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why i always dislike introductions apply labels to things too early people have expectations (oh so you’re an artist?

I always dislike introductions because it feels like applying labels to things too early. People have expectations (oh so you’re an artist? show me your work). Both self-imposed and not! And can open the door to unhealthy idolization . As a side note, this is the same reason why calling yourself a writer vs someone who writes are two very different vibes (i dabble ) And of course, it’s first of many experiences, why do we feel the need to get it right at the start? When people are prompted, “describe yourself” , shouldn’t we be a little alarmed when they routinely describe something else? Peop

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