Periagoge
Scenario

When friend groups outgrow their original purpose but can't let go

Our book club started during the pandemic and we were so excited to finally meet in person, but now our meetings feel forced and nobody really wants to admit that we don't actually enjoy discussing books together anymore. We keep showing up out of obligation and it's become this weird performance of intellectual friendship.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Sometimes the container that brought people together becomes the very thing preventing genuine connection.

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 Childhood and the right to play?”

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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