I Lied About My Background to Impress My Friends

Pretending to be someone you’re not just to gain acceptance will only drain you in the long run. True friends will value you for who you are, not for the image you create. If you’ve made mistakes, don’t be afraid to correct them, better to face the truth now than live a lie forever. Confidence comes from being real, not from impressing others.

Below 👇 is the message I got...

Hello, please hide my identity. I am 21 and in university. When I first got admitted, I lied to my new friends that I came from a wealthy background because I didn’t want them to look down on me. At first, it seemed harmless, but now the lie has grown too big. People expect me to live a lifestyle I can’t afford, and I keep borrowing or avoiding outings just so I don’t get exposed.

The guilt is eating me up. I don’t know how to come clean without losing all my friends or being mocked.

Should I confess and risk embarrassment, or should I keep pretending and hope they never find out?

Hey e gentle with her, she's still a baby, give her your honest opinion.