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When material goals feel hollow upon achievement

I finally have the designer handbag I dreamed about in high school but carrying it makes me feel like I'm cosplaying as someone else's life.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Objects that once symbolized arrival can feel like costumes when they don't align with your evolved sense of self.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

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