The Problem with Constant Self-Improvement
Constant self-improvement, while seemingly beneficial, can sometimes lead to unforeseen issues. Let's delve into the paradox of relentless personal growth, exploring its potential pitfalls and how it might inadvertently hinder our overall well-being and satisfaction.
The Western world has had a self-help obsession
We are constantly inundated with the rah-rah cheer of self-improvement
- Boisterous personal growth is the gallant and seemingly brave overarching theme of storytelling and life itself.
- Wellness is an anthem
- Self-care, its lovable counterpart, tells us to stay younger looking, longer. Beauty is attainable at any age because we don’t need to stop seeking society’s idea of femme fatale
- Improvement is a process without an end. Improvement is an advancement, but a circle, a constant spinning and flowing of actualization and perfection
- A solidified conclusion is never entirely possible because we are egotistical enough to insert ourselves into every situation that can’t be fixed
- How can there be growth? How can I be better? This reinvention conflict spans across so many personal issues.
Individual freedom is about removing limits
Without limits, we cannot be free.
Brittany Chaffee is an avid storyteller, professional empath, and author. On the daily, she gets paid to strategize and create content for brands. Off work hours, it’s all about a well-lit place, warm bread, and good company.
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