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  • My Near-Death and Out-of-Body Experience | Timothy Burki

    Delanie Fischer chats with Timothy Burki about the near-death experience that changed his life. Ten years ago, Timothy was involved in a motorcycle accident that led to an out-of-body experience. He shares what he witnessed and came to understand about life and death—and how it's impacted his beliefs, desires, and goals.

    Episode Highlights: 

    • Timothy’s OBE and Return to the Body
    • Experiencing a Life Review: The Biggest Lesson
    • Instant Travel, Nonlinear Time, and Omnipresence
    • The Message Timothy Received About His Life
    • How Beliefs Shape Near-Death Experiences
    • NDEs vs. Dreams: What’s the Difference?
    • The Misconception of Judgment Day and Hell
    • Life After an NDE: Balancing Physical and Spiritual
    • The Mosaic of Collective Consciousness
    • How Might an NDE Affect Anxiety and Perfectionism?
    • More about Timothy Burki: https://www.thendecoach.com/

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      Mortality Awareness: Meaning, Motivation, and Your To-Die-For Life with Karen Salmansohn: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2367345e/mortality-awareness-meaning-motivation-and-your-to-die-for-life-with-karen-salmansohn

      Rethinking Intuition, Belief, and The Nature of Reality with Vincent Genna: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23db0212/rethinking-intuition-belief-and-the-nature-of-reality-with-vincent-genna

      Overcoming the Fear of Death with Kelvin Chin: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/20d70e6d/overcoming-the-fear-of-death-with-kelvin-chin

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      1 hr 6 min
    • The Hindu Path to Purpose: Living Your Unique Dharma & Caretaking the Earth | Dr. Sailesh Rao

      Delanie Fischer chats with Dr. Sailesh Rao, Founder and Executive Director of Climate Healers and systems specialist—with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University—to discuss the basic principles of Hinduism, how to understand and implement our unique purpose, and our duties as a caretaker species. Dr. Rao also shares how his faith has shaped his life, work, and health.

      Episode Highlights: 

      • How to Bring Your 4 Unique Dharmas to Life
      • Humanity: The Highest Duty and The Metamorphosis 
      • 8 Healthy Habits Based on the Top Health Risks
      • Leveraging Greed to Create a New Planetary System
      • The Wishing Tree: Watching Child vs. Wishing Child
      • What Selfish People Haven't Figured Out Yet
      • Ahimsa, Ayurveda, Chakras, and Non-Attachment
      • Separation as Delusion: The Practicality of “We’re All One”
      • More about Dr. Sailesh Rao: https://climatehealers.org/sailesh-rao/

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        Ancient Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life with Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz

        Upcycling, Sustainability, and Getting Resourceful With What You Have with Yousuf Ahmed

        The Science of Generosity: How Giving Rewires Your Brain and Impacts Health & Behavior (+ What We Get Wrong About Human Nature) with Cherian Koshy

        Flip the Script on Aging: Strength, Vitality, and Purpose with 74 Year-Old Icon Babette Davis

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        50 min
      • How to Put Yourself Out There: Creating Opportunities by Being Yourself (with Madelyn)

        Delanie Fischer and subscriber and guest co-host, Madelyn, chat about creating opportunities personally and professionally that result in more connection, fun, and meaning. They share personal experiences around leveraging their strengths, interests, and values for exploring their career, building relationships, focusing on health, and prioritizing creativity. If you're feeling the pressure of the status quo, tune in for a reminder to embrace your unique qualities and enjoy what makes you, you.

        Submit here to be considered for a guest co-host episode: https://www.delaniefischer.com/submissions

        Madelyn's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/033Y1PxwjcTnwTleOn4UCv?si=HialI4lfRrijRB31AGKaUg&nd=1&dlsi=a7ce6304f82c43dcEpisode Highlights: 

        • When Your Energy is Spread Too Thin
        • Balancing Novelty and Consistency
        • Making New Friends in a New Place
        • Putting on Social Armor: Your Alter Ego
        • 7 Quotes for Taking the Pressure Off
        • What if it Can Be More Fun Than You're Making it?
        • Starting with What Feels Easy and Safe
        • A Flashy Life vs. a Happy Life
        • Neurodivergence and Productivity
        • Breakups, Dating, and Marriage
        • Day Jobs, Entrepreneurship, and Projects
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          Related Episodes:

          The Science of Generosity: How Giving Rewires Your Brain and Impacts Health & Behavior (+ What We Get Wrong About Human Nature) with Cherian Koshy: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/22b303ba/the-science-of-generosity-how-giving-rewires-your-brain-and-impacts-health-behavior-what-we-get-wrong-about-human-nature-with-cherian-koshy

          Stop Asking Yourself the Wrong Questions: How to Unlock Deeper Fulfillment with Elliott Connie: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/365204fb/stop-asking-yourself-the-wrong-questions-how-to-unlock-deeper-fulfillment-with-elliott-connie

          Can Ambition Be Sustainable? How to Prioritize What Matters in Life and Work with Kathy Oneto: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/469eca67/can-ambition-be-sustainable-how-to-prioritize-what-matters-in-life-and-work-with-kathy-oneto

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          1 hr 22 min
        • I Was Abducted by Aliens with Elizabeth April (UFOs, ET Contact & The Galactic Federation of Light)

          This is one of the most unconventional episodes of Self-Helpless yet, while still grounded in curiosity and respectful skepticism. Delanie Fischer chats with Elizabeth April—author and spiritual influencer—to explore her claims of extrasensory abilities, alien abduction, and ongoing ET contact. They discuss Elizabeth’s beliefs about past life regression, remote viewing, consciousness, the nature of reality, various species of extraterrestrial beings, hybridization, and the Galactic Federation of Light. No matter your beliefs, we hope this episode encourages exploration of mysticism across religious and cultural traditions through a fresh lens.

          Episode Highlights: 

          • Reincarnation, Past Life Regression, and Akashic Records
          • April's Abduction Story: Aliens, an Implant, and the Aftermath
          • Remote Viewing, Astral Projection & The Astral Body
          • Starseeds, Galactic Volunteers, and Hybridization
          • The Galactic Federation of Light and Human Prophecy
          • Quantum Physics, Perception, and the Nature of Reality
          • Spiritual Awakening, Vibration, and Ascension
          • Diverse Extraterrestrial Life & The Law of Non-Intervention
          • Why You'll Never Look at the Moon the Same Way Again

          • More about Elizabeth April: https://elizabethapril.com/about-us/

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            UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon), Anomalous Experiences, and The Limitations of Human Perception with Kelly Chase: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2549d24e/uap-unidentified-aerial-phenomenon-anomalous-experiences-and-the-limitations-of-human-perception-with-kelly-chase

            Rethinking Intuition, Belief, and The Nature of Reality with Vincent Genna: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23db0212/rethinking-intuition-belief-and-the-nature-of-reality-with-vincent-genna

            Inside Cult Tactics and High-Control Groups: Manipulation, Deception & Coercion with Michael D. Langone: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2543e7f7/inside-cult-tactics-and-high-control-groups-manipulation-deception-coercion-with-michael-d-langone

            Awakening: The Power of Ritual, Creative Energy, and Nature’s Wisdom with Rebecca Campbell: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/1ba4a939/awakening-the-power-of-ritual-creative-energy-and-natures-wisdom-with-rebecca-campbell

            What's The Deal with Astrology? 12 Archetypes and Your Cosmic Zone with Madi Murphy: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2588a22f/whats-the-deal-with-astrology-12-archetypes-and-your-cosmic-zone-with-madi-murphy

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            1 hr 34 min
          • The Science of Disease Prevention & Reversal: Diet vs. Exercise, Metabolic Health & Longevity with Dr. Anna Herby

            Delanie Fischer chats with Dr. Anna Herby—registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, and nutrition education specialist for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine—about disease prevention and remission. They discuss lifestyle-related conditions, strategies for improving and reversing symptoms, common nutrition myths, and the exercise vs. diet debate—what matters most for longevity based on scientific evidence.

            Episode Highlights: 

            • Why Nutrition Discussions Can Be So Polarizing
            • Diseases That Can Be Reversed (or Put Into Remission)
            • Diet vs. Exercise: Which Matters More?
            • You've Been Lied To—Carbs Are Not the Enemy
            • 3 Essential Children's Nutrition Tips For Parents
            • What's the Deal with Colic? Can It Be Prevented?
            • Atherosclerosis: Why Even Athletes Have Heart Attacks
            • Hospitals and Schools Serve a Group 1 Carcinogen
            • 4 Books & Documentaries to Jumpstart Healthy Habits
            • More about Dr. Anna Herby: https://www.pcrm.org/about-us/staff/anna-herby

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              ⁠Meat, Dairy & Eggs: 20 Science-Backed Health Insights with Dr. Michael Greger⁠

              ⁠Debunking Nutrition Myths with Registered Dietician, Dr. Pamela Fergusson⁠

              ⁠Heal Your Gut, Change Your Life: Insights on Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis & Everyday Digestive Issues with Dane Johnson⁠

              Netflix Documentary Review: Game Changers

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              54 min
            • I Was Raised in a Cult: High-Control Groups Disguised as Therapy for Children & Families with Chase

              Delanie Fischer continues the “Subscriber Stories” series with subscriber Chase, who shares her experience growing up in a cult. They discuss how her family was first drawn in, the systems of control that kept them involved for over a decade, and how she eventually left. Plus, what's supported Chase's healing over the last several years.

              Submit here to be considered for the "Subscriber Stories" series: https://www.delaniefischer.com/submissions

              Episode Highlights: 

              • How Chase Was “Brainwashed” — And Where She Is Now
              • When Attachment Theory and Group Therapy Go Wrong
              • Parents Seeking Support for Kids: 7 Red Flags to Watch For
              • Nature vs. Nurture and the Dangers of All-or-Nothing Thinking
              • When Your Manipulator’s Voice Becomes Your Inner Dialogue
              • Sexual Repression, Shame, Divorce, and Reclaiming Sexuality
              • Cult Trauma: Psychological Abuse, PTSD, Enmeshment, and Guilt
              • Recovery: Building Confidence, Self-Trust, and Living Authentically
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                Related Episodes:

                Inside Cult Tactics and High-Control Groups: Manipulation, Deception & Coercion with Michael D. Langone

                How Enmeshment Trauma Impacts Every Relationship You Have with Dr. Kate Balestrieri

                ⁠The Psychological Impact of Gaslighting with Dr. Stephanie Sarkis⁠

                ADHD in Adults: Signs, Symptoms, and Misconceptions with Dr. Stephanie Sarkis

                Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with Licensed Therapist, Nadirah Habeebullah

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                44 min
              • Does God Exist? A Candid Conversation About Atheism, Agnosticism, Theism & Secularism with Dr. Phil Zuckerman

                Delanie Fischer chats with Dr. Phil Zuckerman—prominent sociologist, author, professor of secular studies, and founder of the first academic Secular Studies department in the U.S.—about atheism, agnosticism, and theism, including some of the most compelling arguments for and against religion and the existence of God, and how religiosity, skepticism, and secularism shape society. Whether you're a devout believer, a lifelong skeptic, or somewhere in between, this conversation will make you reflect on what you believe, why you believe it, and inspire you to sharpen the arguments behind it.

                Episode Highlights: 

                • Atheism, Agnosticism, Theism, Secularism, and Humanism
                • Debunking Common Stereotypes About Atheists
                • Religion vs. Secularism: Which Benefits Society More?
                • How Internet Use, Opportunity, and Welfare Impact Religiosity
                • An Argument for the Existence of God: The Watchmaker Analogy
                • Can Both Miracles AND Atrocities Be Attributed to God?
                • The Problem of Omnipresence, Omnipotence, Goodness & Free Will
                • The Appeal to Ignorance: The Pilot Example
                • Can You Thrive Without Belief in God or Gods?
                • What Can Everyone Agree on Despite Different Beliefs?

                • Books by Phil Zuckerman: https://www.thriftbooks.com/a/phil-zuckerman/254049/?srsltid=AfmBOoq_5GK4BJfFHIbq-NhR-_ZIJpJ04eKqFRJOPYvTVMhQj6DeaDFE

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                  Related Episodes:

                  Ancient Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life with Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz: ⁠https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/f19d1b15/ancient-jewish-wisdom-for-modern-life-with-rabbi-dr-shmuly-yanklowitz

                  Awakening: The Power of Ritual, Creative Energy, and Nature’s Wisdom with Rebecca Campbell: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/1ba4a939/awakening-the-power-of-ritual-creative-energy-and-natures-wisdom-with-rebecca-campbell

                  Rethinking Intuition, Belief, and The Nature of Reality with Vincent Genna: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23db0212/rethinking-intuition-belief-and-the-nature-of-reality-with-vincent-genna

                  Stop Asking Yourself the Wrong Questions: How to Unlock Deeper Fulfillment with Elliott Connie: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/365204fb/stop-asking-yourself-the-wrong-questions-how-to-unlock-deeper-fulfillment-with-elliott-connie

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                  52 min
                • Perimenopause, Menopause & Hormone Imbalance: Weight Gain, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Disease Risk, and Treatment Options with Dr. Jennifer Berman

                  Delanie Fischer chats with Dr. Jennifer Berman—board-certified urologist, renowned expert in female sexual health and medicine, and former co-host of The Doctors. They discuss perimenopause and menopause, including key symptoms, personal experience, treatment options, why these hormonal shifts are often overlooked (but should be taken seriously), and what your doctor likely isn't telling you.

                  Episode Highlights: 

                  • How Early Can Perimenopause Start?
                  • Staying Sharp at Work During Perimenopause and Menopause
                  • GLP-1s, Peptides, and 3 Lifestyle Factors That Can Improve Symptoms
                  • Persistent Lack of Motivation? You're Likely Deficient in This Hormone
                  • The Role Social Media Plays in the Women’s Health Movement
                  • What Women Can Expect in Their 30s, 40s, 50s, and Beyond
                  • Andropause: Male Menopause and How It Differs from Menopause
                  • Insider Tips for Getting the Right Care, Treatment, and Results
                  • Why Doctors Are Leaving Hospitals for Private Practice
                  • More about Dr. Jennifer Berman: https://bermansexualhealth.com/

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                    The Shocking Ingredients in Menstrual Products: Toxic Truths, Safe Alternatives, and the Future of Period Care with Arielle Loupos: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2bd21fe3/the-shocking-ingredients-in-menstrual-products-toxic-truths-safe-alternatives-and-the-future-of-period-care-with-arielle-loupos

                    The Fascinating Science of Period Pain: Tackling Menstrual ‘Death’ Cramps with Kate Downey: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/35dcc2cb/the-fascinating-science-of-period-pain-tackling-menstrual-death-cramps-with-kate-downey

                    Hormone Imbalances and Your Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Jolene Brighten: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/c4a75fbe/hormone-imbalances-and-your-menstrual-cycle-with-dr-jolene-brighten

                    10 Fertility Myths Debunked with OBGYN and Fertility Doctor Natalie Crawford, MD: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23741396/10-fertility-myths-debunked-with-obgyn-and-fertility-doctor-natalie-crawford-md

                    Infertility, IVF, Silent Endometriosis, Adoption, Surrogacy and Creative Living with Riki Lindhome: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/233c0ebf/infertility-ivf-silent-endometriosis-adoption-surrogacy-and-creative-living-with-riki-lindhome

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                    53 min
                  • 10+ Years Managing a Body-Focused Repetitive Behavior (BFRB) with Milo Jones

                    Delanie Fischer continues the “Subscriber Stories” series with subscriber Milo Jones, who shares her 10+ year experience managing the body-focused repetitive behavior, trichotillomania (hair pulling). They discuss how it began, misconceptions surrounding it, and the tools, coping strategies, and habit swaps that have supported her. BFRBs affect 1 in 20 people and include core disorders such as hair pulling and skin picking (excoriation disorder), as well as related compulsive body-focused behaviors such as nail biting (onychophagia), cheek chewing, teeth grinding, knuckle cracking, finger or foot tapping, nose picking, and mucus fishing syndrome, among others. Whether you personally experience BFRBs or love someone who does, this conversation is relatable, validating, and full of practical insights.

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                    Submit here to be considered for the "Subscriber Stories" series: https://www.delaniefischer.com/submissions

                    Episode Highlights: 

                    • What to Do When There’s No Clear Treatment Plan
                    • CBT, SSRIs, Mindfulness, and Habit Reversal Training (HRT)
                    • Anxiety or Sensation: Which Comes First?
                    • How “Worst Case” Thinking Can Relieve Pressure
                    • 15 Tools, Tips & Swaps for Managing Symptoms
                    • When Others Start to Notice Your Behavior & Side Effects
                    • How Menstrual (and Energy) Cycles Can Affect Symptoms
                    • Watching TV, Sitting in Traffic, Overwhelm, and Other Triggers
                    • Try a Simple Self-Care & Reconnection Ritual Today
                    • More about Milo Jones: ⁠https://savehairfreespirit.com/

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                      Cracking The Code To Behavior Change: Troubleshooting Tiny Barriers That Destroy Big Goals with Molly Maxwell: ⁠https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/24e651e8/cracking-the-code-to-behavior-change-troubleshooting-tiny-barriers-that-destroy-big-goals-with-molly-maxwell

                      It’s Not Just Anxiety, Stress, or Nerves: 7 Neurohacks for Managing Fear with Biopsychologist Dr. Mary Poffenroth: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/1c54022e/its-not-just-anxiety-stress-or-nerves-7-neurohacks-for-managing-fear-with-biopsychologist-dr-mary-poffenroth

                      10 Fascinating Tricks For More Wins And Improved Well-Being with Janice Kaplan: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23c60009/10-fascinating-tricks-for-more-wins-and-improved-well-being-with-janice-kaplan

                      Is it Anxiety or Generalized Anxiety Disorder? with Dr. Luana Marquez: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/1c7d47b0/is-it-anxiety-or-generalized-anxiety-disorder-with-dr-luana-marquez

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                      51 min
                    • Modern Masculinity: Men’s Mental Health, Nice Guy Syndrome & Behind Closed Doors with Kelvin Davis

                      Delanie Fischer chats with author, men’s body positivity advocate, and founder of Notoriously Dapper, Kelvin Davis, about the struggles facing modern men. They explore social conditioning, mental health challenges, and deep-rooted insecurities, as well as guidance for moving beyond the “nice guy” act and cultivating emotional maturity, authentic confidence, and healthy masculinity.

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                      Episode Highlights: 

                      • Cut The Crap: Nice Guy vs. Good Man
                      • How Men Feel About Not Being "Needed" for Survival
                      • Porn, the Rise of OnlyFans, and Fake Intimacy
                      • Cultural Differences: Vulnerability and Mental Health Support
                      • Let's Talk About It: Incels, the Manosphere, and Violence
                      • Why Women Feel "Done" with Dating Apps (and Dating in General)
                      • Love Is Blind: Toxic Masculinity on Display—and What Lies Underneath
                      • Why Men Might Dominate Conversation in Social Settings
                      • Transforming Entitlement and Fear into Genuine Connection
                      • More about Kelvin Davis: ⁠https://notoriouslydapper.com/⁠

                        This episode contains sensitive topics, listener discretion is advised.

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                        It’s Not a Mental Health Crisis: Human Reactions to a Loneliness Epidemic with Dr. Jody Carrington: ⁠https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2d626d7b/its-not-a-mental-health-crisis-human-reactions-to-a-loneliness-epidemic-with-dr-jody-carrington⁠

                        Oversharing vs. Undersharing: How Revealing Too Much (or Too Little) Shapes Health, Relationships & Career with Leslie John: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2b851839/oversharing-vs-undersharing-how-revealing-too-much-or-too-little-shapes-health-relationships-and-career-with-leslie-john

                        Keep Choosing Life with Sav Clements (Depression, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation & Attempts, And Getting Support): https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23fec197/keep-choosing-life-with-sav-clements-depression-self-harm-suicidal-ideation-and-attempts-and-getting-support

                        Exploring Masculinity with Pete Lee: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/bbdfac0b/exploring-masculinity-with-pete-lee

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                      About Self-Helpless

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                      Welcome to self-care with a conscience—where science, spirituality, and sustainability are brunch buddies. Self-Helpless explores all things on the cutting edge of personal and collective growth with leading specialists who share paradigm-shifting insights every week. Hosted by Delanie Fischer, known for her casual but fluff-free approach, Self-Helpless garners millions of downloads and aims to close the gap between one-dimensional self-help and everyday activism. Themes include conscious consumption, integrative health, cognitive neuroscience, reality studies, social conditioning, creativity, belief, and purpose (but, ya know, fun).

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