Periagoge
Scenario

When family group chats become sources of conflict and obligation

My extended family group chat has become this constant stream of political articles and everyone feels obligated to respond or risk seeming like they don't care, but the conversations never go anywhere productive and leave people feeling drained. No one wants to be the one to leave the chat but we're all exhausted by it.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Digital spaces designed for connection can become traps of performative engagement where no one feels free to disengage.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The examined relationship with screens?”

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.