Periagoge
Scenario

Whether compassion toward former enemies is genuine or performative

I found out my middle school bully was struggling with homelessness through a mutual friend, and I keep wondering if I should reach out or if that would just be self-serving.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The desire to extend grace to those who hurt us can become complicated by questions of motive and the risk of further harm.

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

“Where Are You with Grief and regret — what we wish we'd said?”

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.