Ep. 217 Is Self-Help A Scam?

Let’s talk about self-help. Is it a scam or is it an essential ingredient to a happy life? In this episode I break down the origins of self-help, it’s connection with culture, and the ways in which self-help perpetuates the very problem it attempts to solve. Enjoy!   To grab the show notes including all the information on today’s guest, go to www.ThaisSky.com/podcast/217.   If you like what you heard, it would mean the world to me if you took a moment to leave a review and share this podcast with your community.   Thank you for your generous attention. XO Thaís   DISCLAIMER: I am a therapist but I’m not your therapist. My podcast is for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for real mental health care. Please get help if you need it and in case of a crisis contact your local mental health hotline or emergency services.   Socials // Website: www.ThaisSky.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/IamThaisSky Instagram: www.instagram.com/IamThaisSky

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RECLAIM is a podcast where I examine, interrogate and reclaim pop psychology, self-help and wellness ideas. There are a lot of ideas out there on how to live your best life. It can be hard to know what conflicting advice to follow. I am Thais Sky and I am here to add context and nuance to the conversation so you can discern what will work best for you in living the life you want. I am sometimes joined by incredible guests who offer a vast array of expertise and wisdom in the realms of psychology, self-development, relationships, money, worthiness, politics, womanhood, entrepreneurship, sex, social justice and more. Welcome!