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Scenario

When defending parasocial figures becomes more important than real loyalty

My daughter is devastated that her favorite YouTuber got canceled and keeps defending him to her friends but she has never cared this much about protecting anyone in her real life.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Investment in public figures' reputations can exceed advocacy for people in one's actual community who need support.

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 Parasocial relationships?”

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.