My partner and I used to have inside jokes and be silly together but now every conversation is about logistics or problems and when I try to be playful they seem annoyed like I'm not taking things seriously enough. We both work demanding jobs and I get that life is stressful but I miss who we used to be when we could just be goofy together.
More people experience this than they realize.
Two people have unconsciously created a relationship culture where seriousness is valued and playfulness feels inappropriate or unwelcome.
“Where Are You with Play deprivation — what we lose without it?”
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.