My teenage kids and I used to play games and watch movies together but now they're always on their phones and when I suggest doing something fun they act like I'm being cringe. I know they're growing up but I feel like we've lost our ability to enjoy each other's company and everything between us has become about rules and responsibilities.
More people experience this than they realize.
Parent and children have fallen into rigid roles that exclude joy, with both sides unsure how to bridge the gap between authority and authentic connection.
“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.