Periagoge
Scenario

When mentoring relationships become emotionally complicated

I mentor a young woman at work who reminds me of myself at that age but I worry I am trying to live vicariously through her successes

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The desire to guide and support can become entangled with personal needs and unresolved aspirations.

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

“Where Are You with Friendship — Aristotle's three types?”

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.