The theater metaphor can be seen in the origins of the word "person", which comes from the Latin "persona", meaning 'a mask worn by actors'. We behave differently (play different roles) in front of different people (audiences). We pick out clothing (a costume) that is consistent with the image we wish to project. We enlist the help of friends, caterers, and decorators (fellow actors and stage crew) to help us successfully “stage” a dinner for a friend, a birthday party for a relative, or a gala for a fundraiser. If we need to adjust our clothing or wish to say something unflattering about one of our guests, we are careful to do so out of sight from others (backstage). The presentation of ourselves to others is known as "dramaturgy".