When self-help turns toxic: 8 ways manifestation culture encourages self-blame

Posted 19 Jan 2026, by

Lachlan Brown

Remember that viral post about someone manifesting their dream job by writing affirmations 100 times a day? Or the influencer who swears they attracted their soulmate by raising their vibration? Look, I'm all for personal growth and positive thinking. But somewhere along the way, the self-help world took a ...Read More

There’s a single behavior in the first year of marriage that predicts divorce with 87% accuracy, and most couples do it without realizing

Posted 18 Jan 2026, by

Lachlan Brown

When people get married, they usually focus on the obvious things. Compatibility, finances, long-term plans, and whether they’re “ready” for commitment. Almost no one pays attention to the tiny, everyday interactions that happen once the wedding excitement fades and real life settles in. I didn’t either. Like most people, I assumed ...Read More