Rainbows in the Dark

What Mainstream Self-Help Gets Wrong


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Mainstream self-help is everywhere—books, podcasts, Instagram gurus telling you to "just think positive!" But what if some of this advice is... not so helpful? In this episode, we unpack the biggest myths, misconceptions, and downright bad advice that mainstream self-help often pushes.

  • Why “just manifest it!” can backfire
  • The toxic side of “good vibes only”
  • When personal growth becomes a shame trap
  • What actually works when you want to change your life

If you've ever felt like self-help is missing something, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about what actually helps—and what’s just feel-good fluff.

🔹 Have you ever followed self-help advice that totally flopped? Drop a comment —I’d love to hear your story!

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Rainbows in the DarkBy Dr. Kim Makoi