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Scenario

When siblings disagree about how to honor family history

My sister and I are planning our parents' anniversary party and she wants to recreate their wedding reception exactly like the photos but I think that's more about her fantasy of perfect family history than what would actually make them happy now at 70.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Nostalgic recreation can serve present emotional needs more than stated recipients.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Nostalgia — its function and its limits?”

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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