I’ve got good news and bad news if you’re tired of feeling stuck chasing your “authentic self” or searching for your one true purpose:

Good news? It’s not you.

Bad news? It’s your fixation on finding your purpose and your authentic self that’s keeping you stuck.

But more good news! All it takes is a simple reframe to immediately shift out of the rut that searching for your purpose & authentic self can keep you stuck in.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the myths behind “authentic self” culture and why the endless search for purpose can actually keep you feeling confused, burnt out, and disconnected.

I’ll show you how to break free from spiritual self-help traps and start living with more curiosity, creativity, and real fulfillment.

🔮 Perfect for: spiritual seekers, overthinkers, self-help junkies, and anyone tired of feeling like they’re never “enough” or haven’t found their purpose.

🔍 What You'll Learn in This Video:

→ Why “authentic self” and “purpose” culture keeps you stuck → The hidden pressure of always trying to “figure yourself out” → How self-help burnout happens (and how to escape it) → The difference between living for the future vs. living in the present → Why the idea of an authentic self is extremely limiting & the new concept you can replace it with → Practical steps to reconnect with your real desires and values → How to find fulfillment every day — not just someday in the future when you’ve “found your purpose”

🔗 Resources & Links

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💬 Let’s Connect: Have you ever felt stuck chasing your “authentic self” or purpose? Share your story or aha moment in the comments — I’d love to hear from you. 💛

📝Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: The Spiritual Kool-Aid 02:52 The Problem with Finding Purpose 05:30 The Trap of Self-Help Burnout 08:10 Rewriting the Narrative on Purpose and Authentic Self 10:45 Introducing Dana and Self-Help Witch 11:30 The Pitfalls of Future-Focused Purpose 15:00 The Myth of the Singular Authentic Self 18:20 Embracing the Expansive Self 21:00 Big Picture Takeaways 23:30 Steps to Discovering Your Expansive Self 26:00 Conclusion and Call to Action

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