#20 Seven Common Self Help Fallacies

In this episode, we deconstruct and disprove seven common self-help fallacies using the Socratic Method for precise thought.

We delve into why positive, yet slightly erroneous, self-help platitudes may not be as harmless as you think and break down how to extract the most happiness from money. 

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Self Help Fallacies

1. Positive self-affirmations
   
2. Winners never quit, quitters never win
   
3. Money does NOT make you happy
   
4. "Be genuine" vs "Fake it till you make it"
   
5. A positive attitude is the MOST important thing
   
6. You can do anything
   
7. Your time is your most valuable asset

How to extract the most happiness from money

• Spend your money first on whatever product or service; allow days or weeks to elapse before taking delivery of the product or service. When shopping instead of in a store; buy online, and select the slowest form of shipping so you have at least several days fantasizing until you actually get the product. When purchasing dinners or local services use a daily deals website where you pay first, days, or weeks before getting to use the actual coupon.
• Spend your money on experiences, not things.
• Don't make impulse or sporadic purchases. Avoid buying on credit.

Quotes

"You are more likely to die of indigestion of too much opportunity than starvation of too little" - Jim Collins, From Good to Great

"Travel is the only thing you buy, that makes you richer."

Mentioned

Positive self-statements: power for some, peril for others - University of Waterloo Study

Impostor Syndrome - Wikipedia article

Modern Marvels: The Construction of the Panama Canal Documentary

Music
'Keep It Coming (Basto Remix)' by Starkillers & Nadia Ali