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Scenario

When families bond only through shared stress instead of shared joy

My adult children and I can only seem to connect through sharing our various stresses and problems, and I'm starting to worry that we've forgotten how to just enjoy each other's company without some emotional labor being involved.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

A family has developed a pattern where emotional heaviness is the only acceptable form of intimacy.

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

“Where Are You with Why play matters — evolutionary and psychological case?”

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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