Symbiotic, a diptych-style painting, explores the relationship between our inner selves and the personas we present to the world through the lens of mental health and the complexities of the alter ego. The left represents the façade we put up to shield our true selves from the outside world, while the right celebrates our authentic selves, the inner world we often conceal from others. The interplay between the two sides symbolizes the struggle we all face to balance our inner and external states of being. I aim to initiate conversations about mental health and the importance of embracing all aspects of one’s identity, illuminating the intricate emotional landscape we navigate in our journey toward self-discovery and psychological well-being.