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Scenario

Why being surrounded by fans can make you feel more isolated

I bought season tickets thinking it would give me something to look forward to but I've been to three games and mostly just feel lonely in a crowd of strangers.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Shared enthusiasm cannot substitute for genuine human connection and may highlight its absence.

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 Sports — playing and watching?”

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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