Periagoge
Scenario

Protecting solitary hobbies from well-meaning social intrusion

I bought a kayak and fell in love with being alone on the water but now my friends want to come with me and I cannot figure out how to say I need this to stay solitary without hurting their feelings.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The need for solitude in certain activities conflicts with social expectations and the desire to share joy with others.

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

“Where Are You with Hobbies, Recreation & Leisure?”

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.

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