
What Would the Buddha Do? w/ Cory Allen
The Psychology Podcast
Contradictions in Personal Development Figures
Figures in the self-help space often demonstrate contradictions in their personal lives, such as a writer obsessed with money, a podcaster struggling with close relationships, and a mindfulness advocate who enjoys alcohol. This phenomenon can be attributed to reaction formation and defense mechanisms, often seen in relationship coaches who are single.
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