[A050] Self-Help BS: Avoid Predatory Gurus, Experts, and Bad Advice to Find Real Help

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Think positive. You are in control of your destiny.

Self-help is a HUGE industry. But is it really helping you? Or is it actually harming you?

In reality, a lot of self-help is total BS.

Yeah, there’s a lot in life you can control — especially when it comes to being proactive vs. reactive. But you can’t fix everything with a one-size-fits-all program or by following the tripe spewed by a self-styled guru or ninja.

Let’s cut through the crap and get to what really works.

Concepts

What is self-help, anyway?
Benefits of positivity in your life.
Serious problems with the self-help industry and some of the products peddled.
Does self-help encourage you to blame yourself too much?
Why one-size-fits-all probably doesn’t fit you.
What are some of the ways self-help can actually harm you?
Are you moving dangerously into cult-like behavior?
Tips for being happy in a long-distance relationship.
How to find self-help that isn’t bullshit.
Realistic timetables for make changes in your life.
How to keep improving yourself.

Our “Do Nows” this week can help you make real, lasting change in your life. We look at different exercises, including journaling and looking for a sense of purpose in your life. Don’t use self-help as a replacement for healthier activities and connections.