Periagoge
Scenario

How nostalgic expectations ruin present moments

Every Christmas feels like a pale imitation of childhood Christmas and I'm ruining it for my own kids by constantly comparing it to memories that might not even be real.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Memory's golden filter prevents full engagement with current experience.

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.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.