Periagoge
Scenario

When self-care becomes another task to optimize

I scheduled a massage for self-care but spent the entire hour mentally composing work emails and came out more stressed than when I went in.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The commodification of rest transforms genuine restoration into performative wellness, defeating its own purpose.

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 Rest vs. leisure vs. recreation?”

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.