"Cold-plunge fallacy" — why some self-improvement routines create more stress than they relieve

The pursuit of self-improvement can sometimes lead us astray, according to neuroscientist Rachel Barr. She's coined the term 'cold-plunge fallacy' to describe how specific wellness trends might do more harm than good for some individuals.
Barr's concept, as reported in Big Think, challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to mental health and well-being. — Read the rest
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