Periagoge
Scenario

How healthcare avoidance becomes a form of personal pride

I measure my self-worth by how long I can go without needing medical care because every doctor visit feels like admitting defeat against my own body and bank account.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Economic barriers to medical care can transform health neglect into psychological defense mechanisms about autonomy and strength.

Your guide for this
Dipa
Dipa works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Body in poverty — health as class condition?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.