Stay Cure'ious: Law of Attraction: Helpful or Harmful?

Conscious Mental Health

Welcome to Stay Cure-ious! Join Juniper Owens, licensed clinical social worker and mental health educator, as we dive deep into the world of self-help and wellness. In this episode, we're unraveling the Law of Attraction (LOA), a belief system with wide-reaching influence.
🔍 What to Expect:
1. Intro
2. What is the Secret?
3. Discover the origins of LOA in the 19th-century New Thought movement
4. Explore 'The Secret' and its impact on popularizing LOA, along with its influencers
5. Esther and Jerry Hicks (and don't forget Abraham)
6. Demystify the science claims behind LOA in an engaging and accessible way
7. Interview with a Metaphysical Shop employee, Matt
8. Compare LOA teachings with evidence-based approaches like positive psychology and CBT
9. Critically assess the potential harms of LOA, including victim-blaming and fostering unrealistic expectations
10. Conclusion
Whether you're a deep diver into self-help or just curious about the Law of Attraction, this episode offers valuable insights into its pros, cons, and ethical considerations, especially if you are a mental health professional.
Link to Article from British Columbia University on Cultural Appropriation vs Appreciation
We didn't have enough space to list all the references. You can find them on our YouTube video description or on the transcript for this episode on our website.

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