Anonymity reveals you

I’ve had a lot of exposure to anonymous workers lately.

Pockets of the online world thrive on anonymity, regardless of profession or skill.

And I’ve discovered something about anonymity:

It reveals more about how people are:

People who are selfish become more selfish. They are less likely to honour their word, less likely to speak the truth, and less likely to come through for you when you need them.

People who are selfless become more selfless. They are more likely to speak up, more likely to donate their time and skills, and more likely to mobilise others who feel the same way.

When faced with fewer repercussions, people express more of their true intentions.

It reveals many great shames.

And it reveals beauty you should hold onto.