Episode
The Myth Of Selfless Service
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- Sep 12, 2026
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- 1477
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Summary
The fastest way to burn out in helping work is also the most socially praised: chronic self-sacrifice. We sit down with Dr. John Demartini, world-renowned human behavior expert and creator of the Demartini Method, to untangle the guilt-ridden “shoulds” that many mindfulness teachers, coaches, and caregivers carry and replace them with a practical principle: sustainable fair exchange. Service is real, but reward is not a moral failure. When giving and receiving are balanced, purpos...