Beware of social media gurus offering quick fixes to healing trauma
Hello beautiful souls,
I have been biting my tongue on this one for a while: Can we have a conversation about Social Media gurus? You know the ones I'm talking about - the people who claim to have all the answers and promise to heal your trauma in just a few easy steps.
Here's the truth: No one holds all the answers (even me, and I actually have a PhD in this stuff). There is no quick fix for healing trauma. And anyone who claims to have all the answers is likely trying to sell you something.
The folks making these claims often have large followings on social media, and they use their platforms to promote a particular lifestyle or set of beliefs. They may offer courses, workshops, or coaching services, and they often present themselves as experts even when they’re not.
While there are many wonderful people doing great work in the wellness and healing space, I also think it's important to be aware of the red flags that can indicate that someone is more interested in promoting themselves than in truly helping others.
As someone who has worked in the field of psychotherapy for many years, I have seen firsthand the damage that can be caused by so-called social media coaches and influencers who prioritize their own interests over the well-being of their followers.
Some are experts at using their charisma to draw people in and create a sense of loyalty and devotion. They may encourage followers to adopt extreme beliefs or behaviors, and they may use fear or shame to keep people in line.
Some other red flags to watch out for:
Claims of special knowledge or access to secret information
Pressure to conform to a particular ideology or belief system
Shaming or ostracizing of those who don't comply with group norms
Isolation from friends and family members outside of the group
Financial exploitation or coercion
If you have experienced any of these, it's important to take a step back and evaluate whether this person is truly serving your best interests. Do you feel empowered and supported, or do you feel pressured and manipulated?
The truth is that you possess your own innate capacity to heal. You have your own inner wisdom, your own intuition, and your own unique path to healing. And that path might look different from anyone else's.
Remember that true healing is about finding your own path and honoring your own needs and desires. You don't need to follow anyone else's rules or beliefs in order to be happy and healthy.
There are many wonderful resources available to support you on your journey, whether it's therapy, meditation, mindfulness, or simply taking the time to connect with yourself and your own needs.
So remember, you are the expert on your own life, and you have the power to create the change you want to see. Don't let anyone else tell you otherwise.
With love and respect,
Michelle
