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Scenario

When couples game nights become performative social media moments

We started a couples game night with two other couples and it's become this weird competitive thing where everyone is trying to prove how fun and spontaneous they are, complete with forced laughter and Instagram photos. None of us are actually relaxing or enjoying ourselves but we keep scheduling the next one.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The pressure to demonstrate friendship and fun has replaced the actual experience of having fun together.

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 Games — board games and card games?”

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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