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Scenario

Why we embellish our stories for others

I told my neighbor a funny story about my day and realized halfway through that I was exaggerating everything to make myself sound more interesting than I actually am.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The authentic self fears it is insufficient and so constructs elaborate performances to win approval.

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 The Sufi tradition of humor?”

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.