The Self-Improvement Epidemic

Our very special SELFHELPED promotion is limited to 20% off Very Luxe Face Cream when you spend $25 AUD or more at ⁠gotoskincare.com⁠ using the exclusive promo code! Tired? Same. Women today are immersed in self-improvement culture, driven by social media and wellness trends promising endless transformation. From cold plunges to productivity hacks, the chase for a “better” self never stops. For some, it’s empowering: access to therapy, financial tools, and wellness has never been greater, and the language of “boundaries,” “manifestation,” and “side hustles” is now everyday. Yet the pressure to optimise everything can be draining, turning love and hobbies into boxes to tick. Still, this movement has opened space for vital conversations about money, burnout, and mental health, all while raising the challenge of balancing growth with self-acceptance. Where do you stand in the Self-Improvement Epidemic? CHAPTERS: 00:50 — Hat Chat: Easter Bonnet energy, Jamiroquai vibes 01:49 — Staycay Diaries 03:10 — Red Hill Romantics 04:28 — Goldfish Brains 06:58 — On The Couch: Are we in a self-improvement epidemic 10:03 — Homework Hangover 16:26 — Maggie’s Greatest Hits: Ecstatic dance and hug therapy horrors 20:59 — Tully’s Toolbox: Kinesiology and a crystal in the clutch 22:25 — Red Flags in Wellness 25:02 — Actual Keepers 26:28 — Enoughness Moment 27:32 — Rest Without Permission 28:24 — Therapy Notes 34:32 — Listener Homework 36:47 — Scoop of the Week: Swift engagement 40:19 — Why We Care 44:27 — Saved and Shamed If you enjoyed your Self Help(ed) session today, please hit subscribe, leave us a glowing review and follow us on socials at @selfhelpedpod. You can find Maggie online at @maggiekellywriter and Tully over on @tee_smyth. New episodes dropping every Thursday. #SelfHelpedPod This podcast episode is brought to you by Go-To: quality, effective skincare that actually works. Go-To Clinical Notes and Ts & Cs: *This cream means business.* ● Clinically proven to increase skin firmness by 39%. ● Clinically proven to increase skin elasticity by 39%. ● Clinically proven to increase skin smoothness by 15%. ● Clinically proven to strengthen the skin barrier function by over 45%. *Based on a 12 week clinical trial of 30 participants. Serious business.** ● Over 95% of participants said their skin felt smoother and tighter. ● Over 90% of participants said their skin felt significantly firmer. ● 100% of participants said they noticed a more even skin tone. ● 100% of participants said their skin looked more youthful. **Based on a 12 week clinical study of 30 participants. Ts + Cs: Our very special SELFHELPED promotion is limited to 20% off Very Luxe Face Cream when you spend $25 AUD or more at gotoskincare.com using the exclusive promo code. Compliments are. (Nice glow.) Enter the code at checkout to redeem. Promo code is valid for one order per customer only. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount codes, but may be combined with other offers such as gift-with-purchase. Available from 12:01AM AEST on Thursday, September 4, 2025 until 11:59PM AEST on Thursday, September 11, 2025.