When I attend conferences people literally don’t speak. I’ll get weird looks or stared at but people will turn away if I wave hello. Ultimately, I end up making weak connections. If I didn’t go with my husband I’d be really lonely.

As an anon online, I’ve found a way to make it clear… I’m a lady and I’m black however without my face being attached Im able to make what feels like more genuine relationships. Idk if that’s evidence of our conditioning or people are just nervous to interact IRL. Either way I love being anon, it’s way easier to make friends.

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