#29- The Worst Self Help Advice We've Ever Received

Please join us for a heartfelt and laughter-filled episode of "Heal Your Human"! This week, we open up about the worst self-help advice we have ever tried, share funny stories, and get real about the ups and downs of personal growth. From the pressures of hustle culture to the importance of listening to your intuition, we are here to remind you that everyone's healing journey is unique—and that's perfectly okay. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, a sense of community, or just a few good laughs, you’ll feel right at home here. Tune in and let’s grow together!

Time Stamps

01:20 – The problem with shame-based motivation
02:39 – How shame and negative cycles can backfire
04:18 – The myth of "peak performance" and hustle culture
06:09 – The pressure to reach your "full potential" and its downsides
11:45 – Sarah’s story: The dangers of rigid achievement plans
13:44 – Bree’s story: The value of gentleness and feminine energy
16:08 – The resilience of doing the deep work
17:40 – The shift from hustle to intuition and self-compassion
19:00 – The wellness overload trap and social media pressures
21:45 – The importance of intuitive, diverse consistency
24:08 – Why rigid habit tracking can be harmful
25:07 – Funny stories: Habit tracking gone wrong and 75 Hard challenges
27:00 – The risks of following extreme advice (David Goggins, 75 Hard)
28:48 – The dangers of Googling your problems and self-diagnosis
31:40 – The uniqueness of each healing journey
33:30 – Advice about advice: Knowing what you need and when
37:00 – The power of small steps and self-accountability
39:00 – Final thoughts: Trusting your intuition and experimenting with what works for you
40:14 – Outro

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