My best friend and I both have teenagers and we used to talk honestly about the hard parts of parenting, but lately every conversation turns into this weird comparison thing where we're both trying to prove our kids are doing okay. I miss being able to actually support each other through the real struggles instead of pretending everything is fine.
More people experience this than they realize.
The vulnerability that once strengthened a friendship has been replaced by performance, leaving both people isolated in experiences that were meant to be shared.
“Where Are You with Parenting & Family?”
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.