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Do self-help gurus actually make us more anxious, or are they giving us what we deserve?
With rising anxiety and economic uncertainty in 2026, the self-help industry's promises of control and transformation face renewed scrutiny. Cast your vote on whether gurus are fueling our fears or meeting a genuine need.
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