The Dark Side Of Wellness Culture - Keith Kurlander & Dr. Will Van Derveer - HPP 140

This episode explores the pitfalls of wellness culture and spiritual seeking, focusing on avoiding counterproductive efforts. We share personal updates and examine the tension between the pursuit of wellness and ego limitations. The conversation highlights how rigid beliefs and the obsession with perfection can lead to burnout and self-judgment. We offer an alternative approach by emphasizing wholeness over perfection. Ultimately, the discussion encourages a balanced, resilient approach to growth, embracing life's ups and downs with humor and humility. Show notes: Ego Development and Authenticity Wholeness vs. Wellness Challenges in Parenting and Projecting Values Dark Side of Spiritual Culture Perceptions of Control Over Life Maintaining Humor in Personal Development Insights on Traditional Psychotherapy How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of the episodes>click the ratings and reviews section>tap stars to rate>click write a review. To learn more, visit: Interested in providing psychedelic therapy? Download our free ebook, Getting Started With Psychedelic Therapy: Struggle with mental health? Download our free guide, 10 Must Know Supplements For Optimal Mental Health: . And when you download our free guide, you'll also get our bi-weekly newsletter, Mind Matters , where we share great tips on optimizing your mental health.

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The Dark Side Of Wellness Culture - Keith Kurlander & Dr. Will Van Derveer - HPP 140 is an episode from The Higher Practice Podcast for Mental Health Providers by Keith Kurlander.

This episode is 30:51 long.

This episode was published on Oct 21, 2024.

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