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Scenario

Why we turn hobbies into optimization projects

I bought art supplies and set aside Sunday mornings to paint but three weeks in I'm already making it into another productivity system with goals and timers.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The mind cannot conceive of activity without metrics, transforming even play into another form of self-improvement.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with What is play — a philosophical definition?”

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.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.