You're Not Enough (and That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love

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Is the pressure to "lean in," "wash your face," and believe you are a "badass" making you miserable? You don't have to give in. When faced with disappointment and self-doubt, we often turn to positivity mantras and uplifting verses, but this pressure to love ourselves can worsen our emotional burden. The notion that unconditional self-love can solve our problems is tempting, yet it's time to confront the uncomfortable truths: we may not be smart, beautiful, tough, or good enough, and that's okay because God is. Allie Beth Stuckey, a young mother and conservative thought leader, shares her journey from the Cult of Self-Love and provides insight into how to combat the toxic myths our culture promotes using Scripture and values like personal responsibility and grit. For example, the myth that there is no objective truth undermines our fulfillment, while the belief that life is all about personal comfort alienates loved ones. Happiness as the ultimate goal is misleading, as good vibes are fleeting and insufficient for true purpose. Stuckey dismantles these pervasive myths that threaten women and fuel victimhood culture, offering strategies to help you move past them and heal from their impact.