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Scenario

Why unique names can backfire for children

I named my child something unique and now they're getting teased at school, and I don't know if I made a selfish choice.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The desire for individual expression through naming can inadvertently burden children with social consequences beyond their control.

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 Name and identity across cultures?”

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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