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Scenario

How overthinking kills the magic of play

My nephew asked me to build a fort with him and I immediately started planning the optimal pillow-to-blanket ratio instead of just diving in.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You have replaced intuitive engagement with analytical optimization even in contexts designed for wonder.

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 examined playful life?”

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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