Our book club started as a way to discuss serious literature but we've devolved into just making snarky comments about everything we read, and I realize we're not actually engaging with the books anymore—we're just performing our cleverness for each other. I miss having real conversations but I don't know how to break us out of this cycle of intellectual superiority.
More people experience this than they realize.
The irony intended to demonstrate sophistication can become the very thing that prevents genuine intellectual curiosity and connection.
“Where Are You with Irony and satire?”
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.