Periagoge
Scenario

When sharing homeland memories makes you feel like a cliche

My children roll their eyes when I tell stories about the old country and I can feel myself becoming a caricature of nostalgia.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The ritualized nature of remembrance creates distance from authentic grief and alienates intended recipients.

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 for lost homeland — diaspora mourning?”

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.