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Scenario

Why vulnerability with loved ones feels riskier than with strangers

My partner suggested we learn to salsa dance together but I keep making excuses because I hate being bad at things in front of people I love.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The stakes of appearing incompetent feel highest precisely where safety should enable the most freedom.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

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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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