Periagoge
Scenario

When shame about your origins creates distance from family

I pretend my immigrant parents' broken English embarrasses me but really I'm terrified my coworkers will see where I come from.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The desire to belong in dominant culture can turn our most intimate relationships into sources of anxiety.

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 Masks and personas we wear?”

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.