16. Take Back Your Power: How Your Self-Loathing Fuels Social Institutions

Could you imagine a world where everyone feels content to be exactly the way they are? It sounds beautiful, doesn’t it? It does sound great, but keep in mind that your favorite brand would most likely go out of business.Capitalism is fueled by self-hatred. From the moment you exit the womb, you’ve been fed messages encouraging you to hate yourself. How else would they sell you the car note, the consumer credit, and the student debt?In this episode of Feelings You Can Trust, we discuss the history of eugenics and the “one superior race” theory. We also discuss how to unlearn all this self-hate garbage so that we can get rid of those useless thoughts and make room for new loving thoughts to take their place.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:14 Identity09:40 - How social constructs teach you to hate yourself. 12:36 Eugenics15:55 Most of us are programmed to hate ourselves31:25 How to love yourselfDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It reflects my personal experience and perspective and should not be taken as professional mental health advice. Please consult a licensed therapist or healthcare provider for support specific to your individual needs.Host and Producer: Dominique DavisEmail: [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit feelingsyoucantrust.substack.com