In the age of self-help, wellness trends, and personal development, pseudoscientific practices have flourished. From coaching programs to spirituality, healing
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Wellness or Wishful Thinking? The Privileged Marketing of an Industry Built on Sugar Pills
In today’s world, the concept of “wellness” has become a booming industry, raking in billions annually as it promises a
Continue readingThe Battle for Truth: Why Science Struggles to Triumph Over Celebrity Pseudoscience
In an age dominated by influencers and celebrity culture, the world of pseudoscience has found fertile ground to thrive. From
Continue readingThe Illusion of Modern Spirituality: How Marketing, Not Mysticism, Drives the Success of New Age Gurus
In today’s world, the lines between spirituality, self-help, and commercialism have become increasingly blurred. Many of the most prominent figures
Continue readingThe Illusion of Tapping: A Cautionary Tale for Magical Thinkers
In a world where personal empowerment and self-help are more accessible than ever, it’s easy to be drawn to practices
Continue readingThe Hidden Costs of MLMs: How Multi-Level Marketing Exploits Ambition, Denies Failure, and Damages Mental Health
Multi-level marketing (MLM) companies have been around for decades, selling everything from cosmetics to dietary supplements, water filtration systems, and
Continue readingThe Privilege of Spirituality: How Magical Thinking and Entitlement Shape Modern Wellness Culture
In today’s wellness and coaching industries, spirituality has become more than just a practice—it’s an identity, a status symbol, and
Continue readingThe Holistic Buzzword: How “Holistic” Became the Staple of the Self-Help Industry
In recent years, the word holistic has been elevated to near-sacred status in the worlds of health, wellness, spirituality, and
Continue readingThe Dangers of Pseudoscience and Spiritual Thinking: A Wake-Up Call
In recent years, the rise of wellness culture and celebrity endorsements has blurred the line between genuine health advice and
Continue readingThe Illusion of Immunity: How Pseudoscience Practitioners Are Easily Influenced
The pursuit of personal development and self-help has become a thriving industry. Many individuals turn to life coaches, self-help books,
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