Periagoge
Scenario

When Cultural Hospitality Creates Unbearable Debt Cycles

I am embarrassed by how much my Ethiopian boyfriend's family does for me when I visit because I cannot reciprocate at that level, and I worry they think I am ungrateful or cheap.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Generous cultural norms can create shame spirals for those unable to match unfamiliar standards of reciprocity.

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

“Where Are You with Love Languages Across Cultures?”

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.