My running club started as this supportive group where we all encouraged each other regardless of pace, but over the last year it's become increasingly focused on race times and PRs and I feel like I can't say that the competitive atmosphere is actually making me enjoy running less without seeming like I'm trying to hold everyone else back.
More people experience this than they realize.
The community that once nourished your love of an activity has shifted toward values that feel alienating, and you're caught between your need for belonging and your need for authenticity.
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If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.