Depresh Mode with John Moe You’re Doing Self-Care All Wrong
Oct 30, 2023
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, a psychiatrist and author known for her work on women's mental health, challenges the misguided notions of self-care as mere consumerism. She presents her four principles of authentic self-care: boundaries, compassion, values, and power. Listeners learn about the importance of genuine self-discovery over superficial practices, the necessity of setting personal boundaries, and the power of aligning actions with true values. Dr. Lakshmin emphasizes collective well-being and the quest for inner peace as integral to redefining wellness.
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Pooja's Extreme Wellness Journey
- Pooja Lakshmin left psychiatry training to join a wellness commune exploring meditation and alternative medicine.
- She returned disillusioned by both systems, realizing there's no quick fix or magic pill for wellness.
Faux Versus Real Self-Care
- Faux self-care is consumerism masquerading as wellness, focused on short-term pleasure.
- Real self-care targets meaning and purpose, emphasizing eudaimonic well-being, not mere pleasure.
Boundaries Start with a Pause
- Set boundaries by pausing to decide yes, no, or negotiate rather than immediately saying no.
- Think through consequences and use the pause as a tool accessible to everyone regardless of power.
