177. Manifest Density

This week (while experimenting with a Sunday release), Kate takes on a type of influencer/coach she hasn't specifically discussed yet; wellness influencers that make a living teaching people how to manifest their dream life (by way of having allegedly manifested theirs). This is a confusing conversation; Kate both wholeheartedly believes in impossible things happening that she can't comprehend due to her own [manifest] density in understanding the vastness of the universe, yet also feels griped by influencers who exploit this concept's supernatural classification to overpromise and overcharge for things they can't deliver. From her confusing thoughts toward spirituality and new age wellness, to discussing the law of attraction and The Secret, to the alarming materialism of modern social media manifesters, to the mental health implications of the logic that "thoughts = reality," to the troubling ways issues like fertility are targeted, to some reflections from Kate in wondering if she's manifested her career.... this topic is layered, to say the least. Enjoy! And so it is.  Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! Follow Kate instagram.com/bethereinfive Bonus episodes & powerpoint parties: patreon.com/bethereinfive SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Allform is offering twenty percent off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/bethereinfive As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bethereinfive Go to Nutrafol.com and entering the promo code BETHEREINFIVE to save FIFTEEN DOLLARS OFF your first month's subscription plus FREE shipping on EVERY order. Get 20% off your first mani system when you use promo code BETHEREINFIVE at oliveandjune.com/bethereinfive    WORKS CITED: https://www.vox.com/the-goods/21524975/manifesting-does-it-really-work-meme https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/manifest-attraction-covid-work-369/2021/03/12/62d22144-81f6-11eb-9ca6-54e187ee4939_story.html