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What happens when you follow 100 self-help books to the letter? (with Kristen Meinzer)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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Navigating Self-Help: Gender and Personal Growth

This chapter explores the complexities of self-help literature, highlighting how individual experiences and gender dynamics affect the effectiveness of advice. The speakers discuss the motivations behind reading self-help books, especially among women, and the societal pressures that drive them towards seeking validation. Additionally, they critique the problematic advice often presented in these books, particularly regarding gender roles and emotional vulnerabilities.

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