Doing It Right with Pandora Sykes
Re-thinking self-care, with Pooja Lakshmin
Oct 13, 2021
Pooja Lakshmin, psychiatrist specializing in women's mental health, discusses the flaws of the wellness industry and the true meaning of self-care. They explore the difference between burnout and despair, critique the concept of burnout and its impact on marginalized groups, and examine the lack of systemic fixes in the media world. The challenges of practicing self-care, the dangers of misinformation in the wellness industry, and the importance of seeking professional treatment are also discussed.
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Quick takeaways
- True self-care requires internal reflection and making hard choices based on your circumstances and resources, not relying on external products or quick fixes from the wellness industry.
- Burnout should not solely be blamed on the individual, as it often results from larger social issues and systemic failures. Recognizing the external forces that contribute to burnout is crucial for real self-care.
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The Myth of Self-Care
Real self-care is an internal process that involves doing the work of setting boundaries, dealing with self-talk, and navigating relationships. It is not about external products like yoga classes or meditation apps. The wellness industry often sells prescriptive solutions that offer quick fixes, which can be appealing during times of social chaos. However, true self-care requires internal reflection, aligning with your values, and making hard choices based on your circumstances and resources.
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