Periagoge
Scenario

When collective support creates obligation rather than freedom

My community raised money for me to go to college but now I feel trapped in a career I hate because leaving would mean wasting their investment in me.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Generosity intended to expand possibilities can become a prison when gratitude transforms into debt and authentic choice disappears.

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

“Where Are You with Indigenous approaches to wealth and sharing?”

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.