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Scenario

Why privilege can delegitimize genuine pain and struggle

My mental health struggles are seen as trendy therapy talk because I'm young and privileged, but I'm genuinely suffering.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

External advantages can cause others to dismiss or minimize real psychological distress, creating additional isolation and invalidation.

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 Privilege and its acknowledgment?”

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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