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September 5, 2025Open Access

Why the Sole “True Self” Does Not Exist?

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SBSangam Banerjee

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Overview

Essay explores the absence of a singular true self in social interactions, suggesting self is a dynamic construct formed through relationships.

Key Points

  • The essay argues that a singular true self does not exist, instead advocating for a dynamic self-concept shaped by social interactions.
  • It highlights the roles of self-schema and personas, with the self evolving through constant adaptation to social environments.
  • By discussing the interplay between id and superego, the essay demonstrates how the ego seeks balance in shaping one's identity.
  • The exploration draws on insights from psychologists, sociologists, and philosophers to underline the complexity of human self-perception.

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Sangam Banerjee (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68bb4def6d6d5674bcd01edahttps://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202509.0098.v1
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