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Feb 2025
54m 8s

Snake Oil or Self-Help?, Minimalism’s Re...

MARK MANSON
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Self-help is supposed to, you know, help. But what if, sometimes, it actually makes things worse? In this episode, we take a hard look at the self-improvement industry that promises transformation but often sells little more than feel-good illusions. From outdated advice that preys on your insecurities to the dopamine hit of "life-changing" content that chan ... Show More
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