In a world of perfectionism and manifestation, where our thoughts are meant to build our future, I share my own experience with how that belief can be damaging and made me question everything I thought I knew.

In this episode, I challenge the self-help industry's biggest lies by diving into the fascinating reason as to why our minds are wired to worry and how we can work with, not against, our own thoughts; why our brains aren't built to consume endless content; and why it's a beautiful thing to feel everything—not just the "good vibes". I share an easy, practical technique that helps me get out of my head and find calm in the present moment.

I conclude by celebrating the beautiful, messy journey of being a work in progress and learning to be enough. If you've ever felt like an outcast for not fitting into the self-help mold, this is for you.

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro and Self-Reflection

03:00 - The Influence of External Thoughts

05:57 - Manifestation & Its Impact on Mental Health

08:54 - The Pressure of Self-Development

12:03 - The Antidote to Overthinking

14:51 - The Beauty of Feeling Everything

18:00 - Mindfulness & Being Present

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