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The Lie of Finding Yourself: Why Self-Authorship Is the Real Work

In this transformative episode of The Psychology of Us, Professor RJ Starr dismantles one of the most deeply ingrained myths in modern culture—the idea that you must "find yourself" to live authentically. Through the lens of developmental psychology and existential thought, Starr reveals why the search for a preexisting self often leaves us stuck, disillusioned, and passive. Instead, he offers a powerful alternative: self-authorship. Learn why the self is not something hidden waiting to be discovered, but something created—choice by choice, value by value, action by action. This episode explores the cultural roots of the "finding yourself" myth, the liberating shift toward self-authorship, and how embracing authorship can foster agency, resilience, and emotional coherence. With real-world examples and practical reflections, Starr invites listeners to stop waiting for clarity and start building a life aligned with their own chosen values. If you have ever felt lost, stuck, or uncertain about who you are supposed to be, this episode will offer you a new, empowering framework to reclaim your life, your choices, and your voice. Subscribe, share, and step into the freedom of authorship—the pen is yours. #ProfRJStarr, #PsychologyofUs, #SelfAuthorship, #PersonalGrowth, #IdentityDevelopment, #PsychologyPodcast, #SelfDiscoveryMyth, #EmotionalResilience, #AgencyAndChoice, #BuildYourself, #MentalHealthAwareness, #ExistentialPsychology, #LifeOnPurpose, #CreateYourLife, #InnerWork