The Seek Safely Summit, hosted by Anne Peterson, focuses on the mission to create a safer and more ethical self-help and wellness industry. The conversation highlights the tragic story of Kirby Brown, who died during a poorly run self-help retreat, leading her family to establish Seek Safely. The organization aims to educate consumers, advocate for accountability in the industry, and promote responsible practices among self-help practitioners.

The discussion also addresses the challenges faced in raising awareness and the vision for a future where seeking personal development is respected and safe.

TAKEAWAYS

• The Seek Safely Summit aims to create a safer self-help industry.
• Kirby Brown's tragic death led to the formation of Seek Safely.
• Education and awareness are crucial for consumer protection.
• The self-help industry needs accountability structures.
• Seeking personal development should be a safe endeavor.
• The mission is to honor Kirby's memory through positive change.
• Advocacy for ethical practices in wellness is essential.
• Challenges include media sensationalism and lack of interest in systemic issues.
• The future vision includes a respected self-help community.
• The importance of discerning safe practices in personal development.
  

RESOURCES & LINKS Check out https://www.seeksafely.org/ or the

SEEKSafely SUMMIT https://ilumn8.life/op/the-seek-safely-summit/

Read Anne’s Book Is This A Cult: Confronting the Line Between Exploitation and Transformation https://a.co/d/7uoGYRs

If you or someone you know is wrestling with recovery after being involved in a high-control group, relationship or any organization, check out the Healthy Healing and Recovery Group w/ Rachel Bernstein https://ilumn8.life/op/lgat-recovery-group/

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