August 23, 2023

S01 E04 Words That Control: Acne, Trauma, Positivity

55 minutes

Words have meaning; sometimes we misuse them to our detriment (like trauma and acne) while sometimes we use them as tools to get what we want. Sometimes jargon is not a sign of intellect but a mask trying to hide something else...and maybe from yourself.

Topics covered in today's episode:

Why is trauma gaining popularity?

I share a personal experience with someone with a deterministic view of stuff...

On body positivity…is it actually positive?

The red flag of too much jargon and regurgitation.

Specialness as a tool to manipulate and control.

Does the past determine the present?

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Book: The Courage To Be Happy

How we experience the past, and what affects that experience.

Etiology vs teleology.

Vulnerability moments on The Bachelor and Bachelorette.

The thing about love and acceptance.

Trauma and acne comparison.

Specialness without effort.

About a “crystal child”.

How can we have value?

Avoid books from HayHouse. Seriously.

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