My brother and I have always been competitive about being the 'smart one' in the family, and now that we're both adults trying to write and think seriously, this dynamic is poisoning what could be genuine intellectual collaboration. We share drafts and ideas but everything feels loaded with old sibling stuff about who's more insightful or original.
More people experience this than they realize.
Historical patterns of rivalry are preventing two people from accessing the mutual support their creative and intellectual work requires.
“Where Are You with The examined intellectual life?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.