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Scenario

When book clubs become battlegrounds for deeper disagreements

Four of us started a monthly book club to stay connected after college, but over two years our discussions have become increasingly political and divisive, and I think we're all afraid to pick books now because we know they'll lead to arguments that hurt our friendships.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

A practice meant to create connection is revealing differences that threaten the relationships it was meant to preserve.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Cognitive biases — complete reference?”

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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