Take a look at how toxic self-help can become

Brace yourself, my friends; we're heading into New Year's resolutions season. For the next- let's give it- three weeks, your most procrastination-prone and overweight friends are going to ensure you that this year is going to be their year. They'll pitch you gym memberships and investment strategies aplenty that will fizzle out faster than the fireworks over 42nd street. — Read the rest