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Scenario

When friend groups become performative instead of genuine

Our book club has turned into everyone trying to sound smart and impressive instead of just talking about what we actually thought about the books. We used to argue and laugh and get passionate about ideas but now it feels like a performance and I think we're all afraid to be the first one to admit we miss the messiness.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The group has unconsciously agreed to prioritize appearing sophisticated over being authentically engaged.

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 Breathing and nature?”

Peri

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