Jessica Lam Shapiro

Allie Bolby, a writer specializing in relationships, discusses the rise of rudeness in America, linking it to stress and self-prioritization. Jessica Lam Shapiro, author of Promise Land, critiques the self-help industry, emphasizing its historical roots and the risks of isolating individuals. Licensed therapist Nedra Glover-Tawab shares insights on setting healthy boundaries and the importance of community, offering practical advice to mitigate loneliness. Together, they explore how our quest for self-improvement might be leading us astray.

Join Allie Bolby, a Vox writer exploring the dynamics of relationships, as she dives into the alarming trend of rising rudeness in society. She’s joined by Jessica Lam Shapiro, author of Promise Land, who outlines the ups and downs of the self-help industry. Nedra Glover-Tawab, a licensed therapist, shares valuable insights on defining and maintaining healthy boundaries. Together, they question whether the quest for self-improvement could actually be making us more antisocial and offer practical tools for reconnecting.