Periagoge
Scenario

When couples struggle to balance health anxiety with loving humor

My partner and I have this running joke about my weird health obsessions but lately when I mention my anxiety about symptoms or new wellness things I want to try, the teasing feels mean instead of loving and I can't tell if they're frustrated with me or if I've gotten too sensitive about it.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The delicate dance between using humor to ease health worries and having that humor become dismissive or hurtful.

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

“Where Are You with Laughter and health?”

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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