Periagoge
Scenario

When you become a reluctant parent through tragedy

I am raising my brother's kids after he died and they keep asking why I can't just be their fun aunt anymore.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Parental roles thrust upon someone can create identity conflicts between chosen and imposed responsibilities.

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

“Where Are You with Parental identity — becoming and losing?”

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.