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The Super Fool: When Bad Decisions Become a Lifestyle
Hey, it's Earnest Mann here. In this episode, I’m calling out a particular type of character we all know too well — the fool, and even worse, the super fool. This isn’t just a story about someone who makes bad decisions. This is a look at what happens when poor choices become a lifestyle — a way of thinking, a belief system, and eventually, a black hole that pulls in others.
Foolishness: The Repetitive TrapI break down what separates a simple mistake from chronic foolishness. We all screw up — I sure have, and I own every one of them. But what makes a fool different is the repetition of the same bad decisions. They elevate screw-ups to an art form, like getting a PhD in dysfunction. And even more dangerously, they don’t travel alone — they attract followers.
Here’s where it gets serious. The super fool is the person who doesn’t just make bad choices — they follow other fools. They listen to their advice, model their behavior, and defend them against all logic and reason. I share a personal story of counseling a woman named “Cassie” (not her real name), who was so deep in this trap, she didn’t even realize the damage she and her daughter were causing. Both lacked introspection, maturity, and accountability. One was the fool. The other? The super fool defending her.
Sometimes, the most helpful thing you can do — is nothing. I explain why, in this case, I didn’t offer advice. You can’t save someone from their quicksand if you jump in after them. The lesson here is about boundaries, recognizing hopeless cases, and knowing when to protect your energy from chaos.
I would like to meet - both online and in person - individuals interested in discussing ideas on what really needs to be changed, to improve the quality of our lives.
So if you have a suggestion for an episode topic, or simply want to reach out to me for help, you can reach me via my website's contact page - https://theearnestmannshow.com/aboutcontact - and I will get back to you ASAP.
I'm not promising miracles, but my advice is often a hell of a lot better - and certainly cheaper - than a therapist!.
If you're interested in my new Incredible tote bag, which goes for a small donation for a very good cause - https://theearnestmannshow.com/earnest-stuff-vn9f-1qls - THANK YOU!
If you could throw a cup of coffee my way, that would ABSOLUTELY be appreciated! - https://ko-fi.com/earnestmann - THANK YOU!
You can also listen to any of my many previous episodes on my website at - https://theearnestmannshow.com/episodes
© 2020 - 26 The Earnest Mann Show
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By Earnest MannThe Super Fool: When Bad Decisions Become a Lifestyle
Hey, it's Earnest Mann here. In this episode, I’m calling out a particular type of character we all know too well — the fool, and even worse, the super fool. This isn’t just a story about someone who makes bad decisions. This is a look at what happens when poor choices become a lifestyle — a way of thinking, a belief system, and eventually, a black hole that pulls in others.
Foolishness: The Repetitive TrapI break down what separates a simple mistake from chronic foolishness. We all screw up — I sure have, and I own every one of them. But what makes a fool different is the repetition of the same bad decisions. They elevate screw-ups to an art form, like getting a PhD in dysfunction. And even more dangerously, they don’t travel alone — they attract followers.
Here’s where it gets serious. The super fool is the person who doesn’t just make bad choices — they follow other fools. They listen to their advice, model their behavior, and defend them against all logic and reason. I share a personal story of counseling a woman named “Cassie” (not her real name), who was so deep in this trap, she didn’t even realize the damage she and her daughter were causing. Both lacked introspection, maturity, and accountability. One was the fool. The other? The super fool defending her.
Sometimes, the most helpful thing you can do — is nothing. I explain why, in this case, I didn’t offer advice. You can’t save someone from their quicksand if you jump in after them. The lesson here is about boundaries, recognizing hopeless cases, and knowing when to protect your energy from chaos.
I would like to meet - both online and in person - individuals interested in discussing ideas on what really needs to be changed, to improve the quality of our lives.
So if you have a suggestion for an episode topic, or simply want to reach out to me for help, you can reach me via my website's contact page - https://theearnestmannshow.com/aboutcontact - and I will get back to you ASAP.
I'm not promising miracles, but my advice is often a hell of a lot better - and certainly cheaper - than a therapist!.
If you're interested in my new Incredible tote bag, which goes for a small donation for a very good cause - https://theearnestmannshow.com/earnest-stuff-vn9f-1qls - THANK YOU!
If you could throw a cup of coffee my way, that would ABSOLUTELY be appreciated! - https://ko-fi.com/earnestmann - THANK YOU!
You can also listen to any of my many previous episodes on my website at - https://theearnestmannshow.com/episodes
© 2020 - 26 The Earnest Mann Show