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Is Self-Help Making You Miserable?

Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

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Navigating Self-Help: Balancing Growth and Contentment

In this chapter, speakers engage humorously to explore the self-help industry's complexities, reflecting on the balance between personal growth and contentment. They delve into the risks of excessive striving, the societal influences on personal development, and the potential negative impact of self-help narratives on self-image. Ultimately, the discussion emphasizes a more compassionate perspective on self-improvement that takes into account both individual agency and contextual factors.

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