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Scenario

When satirizing what you secretly desire

I've been parodying self-help culture for years but I secretly want the things I'm making fun of to actually work.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The critic may be defending against hope by preemptively mocking what they long for.

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 Parody and pastiche?”

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.