It’s not that Dr. Pooja Lakshmin has something against scented candles. In fact, she thinks they can be quite pleasant. It’s just that purchasing candles or bubble baths or winery tours are not really self-care, they’re just consumerism. This is indicated in the title of her book, Real Self Care: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness (Crystals, Cleanses, and Bubble Baths Not Included). Dr. Lakshmin says a more satisfying and beneficial approach to self-care has four principles: boundaries, compassion, values, and power.

You’re Doing Self-Care All Wrong

Join host John Moe (The Hilarious World of Depression) for honest, relatable, and, yes, sometimes funny conversations about mental health. Hear from comedians, musicians, authors, actors, and other top names in entertainment and the arts about living with depression, anxiety, and many other common disorders. Find out what they’ve done to address it, what worked, and what didn’t. Depresh Mode also features useful insights on mental health issues with experts in the field. It’s honest talk from people who have been there and know their stuff. No shame, no stigma, and more laughs than you might expect.

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She was a top music executive until stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression caught up with her.

Shanti Das Turns From Helping Musicians to Helping Minds

The comedian and author returns with insight and laughs from an examined life

Gary Gulman on Childhood, Depresh, and Leaving Food Comedy Behind

Thoughts on how to navigate office politics and a tricky mind at the same time

Advice on Mental Health in the Workplace with Megan Delp

The acclaimed writer details her strategy that has led to a happier, more peaceful place

You’re Doing Self-Care All Wrong

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