What’s the difference between real self-care and just...numbing out? In this rewatch of one of our most popular episodes, Lisa and Josh break down the blurred line between authentic self-care and self-indulgent habits that leave you drained.

With fresh commentary from both masculine and feminine perspectives, they ask:

• Is self-care about bubble baths or boundaries?
• Are men still made to feel guilty for resting?
• Can gaming, snacks, and silence count as self-care?
• How do you tell if something actually recharges you—or just avoids your burnout?

You’ll learn how to spot what actually works for your wellbeing, how social media has warped the self-care conversation, and why kids might be the real self-care gurus.

Key topics:

• Difference between self-care and self-indulgence
• Setting boundaries as the ultimate act of self-care
• Gender and self-care: the unspoken male experience
• Real-life self-care examples that aren’t Instagram-worthy
• How to build a sustainable self-care practice that actually sticks

📌 Whether you’re navigating burnout, setting new boundaries, or just trying to care without guilt—this one’s for you.

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