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Welcome to self-care with a conscience - where science, spirituality, and sustainability are brunch buddies. Self-Helpless explores all things on the cutting edge of personal and collective growth with leading specialists who share paradigm-shifting insights every week. Hosted by Delanie Fischer, known for her casual but fluff-free approach, Self-Helpless garners millions of downloads and aims to ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes483Founded9 years ago
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Delanie Fischer chats with Leslie John, Harvard professor and author of Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing, about the nuanced risks and rewards of undersharing versus oversharing in our lives. They explore how the choices we make about wh... more

Delanie Fischer chats with filmmaker and creator of Earthlings Shaun Monson about his creative process, evolving as an artist and activist, and balancing meaningful, niche storytelling with commercial work. He shares candid advice for filmmakers on s... more

Delanie Fischer chats with neuroscientist and author of Smitten, Dr. Tom Bellamy, about limerence. They discuss the evolutionary roots of limerence, why only 50% of the population experiences it, guidance for those amidst infatuation (whether recipro... more

Delanie Fischer chats with Yousuf Ahmed, founder and CEO of B-SIDES, about upcycling, sustainability, and building an ethical CPG brand—from origin story to sourcing, manufacturing, and growth. Yousuf also shares the routines and mindset practices th... more

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Leslie John
Author of Revealing, The Underrated Power of Oversharing
Harvard University (Professor)
Episode: Oversharing vs. Undersharing: How Revealing Too Much (or Too Little) Shapes Health, Relationships & Career with Leslie John
Shaun Monson
Filmmaker and activist known for Earthlings
Earthlings (documentary)
Episode: How to Make Film and Art That Inspires Generations with Shaun Monson
Yousuf Ahmed
Founder of B-Sides, a company focusing on upcycling food byproducts into sustainable snacks.
B-Sides
Episode: Upcycling, Sustainability, and Getting Resourceful With What You Have with Yousuf Ahmed
Cherian Koshy
Expert on the science of generosity and its effects on health
Episode: The Science of Generosity: How Giving Rewires Your Brain and Impacts Health & Behavior (+ What We Get Wrong About Human Nature) with Cherian Koshy
Sadie Freely
A guest who shares her experiences of not dating for six years and rediscovering herself.
Episode: I Didn't Date for 6 Years. Here's What Happened (with Sadie).
Kate Downey
Host of the podcast Cramped, who discusses her experience with endometriosis.
Cramped podcast
Episode: The Fascinating Science of Period Pain: Tackling Menstrual ‘Death’ Cramps with Kate Downey
Delanie Fischer
Delanie Fischer is a host of Self-Helpless who uses her platform to raise awareness of mental health and health-related topics.
Self-Helpless
Episode: The Fascinating Science of Period Pain: Tackling Menstrual ‘Death’ Cramps with Kate Downey
Dr. Michael Greger
Physician and author known for his work on nutrition
NutritionFacts.org
Episode: Meat, Dairy & Eggs: 20 Science-Backed Health Insights with Dr. Michael Greger
Dr. Mary Poffenroth
Biopsychologist and expert on fear management
Episode: It’s Not Just Anxiety, Stress, or Nerves: 7 Neurohacks for Managing Fear with Biopsychologist Dr. Mary Poffenroth

Host

Delanie Fischer
Host known for her casual but fluff-free approach to discussing personal growth, mental health, and societal issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Deep Belly Laughs with Brilliant Self Dev

    As someone who literally studies how humans deal with fear and inner resistance, I have a very low tolerance for self dev content that overpromises and underdelivers, so I am incredibly thrilled that Delanie Fischer is the exact opposite of that. She had me literally belly laughing out loud with her brilliant, irreverent humor and having lots of deep thoughts and a ha moments with her grounded in facts but instantly applicable teachings.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary Poffenroth, Ph.D.
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it

    Love it. Couldn’t recommend ot highly enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M.Facca
    Canada5 months ago
  • Contradicting

    I find myself hearing them say “omg buy this” about something one week, then a few weeks later saying “that thing is expensive and not worth the money” difficult to trust what they have to say.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hmmmokayy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Feelings/Facts?

    I used to enjoy listening to this podcast, but looking at some of the topics in hindsight has been disappointing. The health concepts are pseudoscience or whatever is most palatable to the audience. That’s fine, but it feeds into the “helpless” narrative instead of promoting discussion and growth. Also, might even lead to poor life choices. Things really went down hill after the Jillian Michaels backlash. I’ve explored a few decent books thanks to the podcast, but I can’t recommend it to anyone ... more

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    2
    private please
    United Statesa year ago
  • It’s fallen off

    The early episodes were awesome, funny, and relatable. Now not so much. If they don’t have a guest it feels like they just keep making lists that are very similar to the previous lists. The advice also comes from a very privileged point of view that may not be very helpful to most people. For example I remember them saying to pay for your car in full or with cash…uh what? I miss the humor Taylor brought now it’s just one privileged white Chick talking about jobs and one privileged white Chuck t... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    bowiebish
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the humor and relatability of the hosts, often describing their dynamic as that of supportive friends who provide practical and engaging advice.
Overall, many express gratitude for the support the podcast provides during challenging times, highlighting its positive impact on their mental health.

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Limerence: Romantic Obsession, Infatuation, and the Neuroscience of Person Addiction with Dr. Tom Bellamy
Q: What is the difference between limerence and normal excitement in romantic relationships?
Limerence is characterized by intense romantic infatuation and obsession, often leading to emotional highs and lows that can feel addictive, while the normal excitement of early love does not typically disrupt a person's mental state to the same extent.
The Fascinating Science of Period Pain: Tackling Menstrual ‘Death’ Cramps with Kate Downey
Q: What about period poops? Why do they happen?
The prostaglandins that signal to your uterus to start cramping also impact your colon, which can lead to changes in bowel movements around your period.
The Fascinating Science of Period Pain: Tackling Menstrual ‘Death’ Cramps with Kate Downey
Q: What seems to have helped you the most so far [in dealing with endometriosis]?
Pelvic floor therapy and working with a functional nutritionist have been particularly helpful, alongside lifestyle changes such as diet and stress management.
The Fascinating Science of Period Pain: Tackling Menstrual ‘Death’ Cramps with Kate Downey
Q: Could you describe what endometriosis is, in like, layman's terms, for anybody who maybe doesn't know?
Endometriosis is when cells that are similar to the cells that make up your endometrium are implanted in other places in your body, often causing pain and complications.
The Science of Generosity: How Giving Rewires Your Brain and Impacts Health & Behavior (+ What We Get Wrong About Human Nature) with Cherian Koshy
Q: How does one's worldview impact their willingness to be generous?
The scarcity mindset can hinder generosity, while the understanding that community support helps everyone encourages giving back.

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Focused on personal and collective growth, this podcast explores the intersection of science, spirituality, and sustainability in a relatable and engaging manner. With a central theme of conscious self-care, episodes feature insights from leading specialists on topics ranging from cognitive neuroscience to integrative health and social conditioning. Listeners can expect a mix of practical advice and light-hearted humor, making complex concepts accessible and enjoyable. The narrative is often infused with the hosts' personal experiences, contributing to a connected and authentic atmosphere, ensuring that the content is not just informative, but also actionable and empowering for the audience.

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Recent guests on Self-Helpless include:

1. Leslie John
2. Shaun Monson
3. Yousuf Ahmed
4. Cherian Koshy
5. Sadie Freely
6. Kate Downey
7. Delanie Fischer
8. Dr. Michael Greger

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