The Biggest Names In Self Help…Are Lying To You

Описание: In this episode of A Changed Mind, David Bayer confronts a troubling truth in the personal development space: several high-profile influencers appear to be inflating their YouTube view counts. While he doesn’t name names, he investigates their metrics and reveals massive discrepancies between views, likes, and comments — suggesting purchased engagement. Bayer emphasizes that this isn’t a takedown, but rather a wake-up call for creators and entrepreneurs who may be unfairly comparing their growth to manipulated benchmarks.

He explores the emotional and psychological damage caused by comparing oneself to false standards, likening it to competing against athletes using performance-enhancing drugs. The issue, he says, is not just about cheating, but about how it warps self-worth, discourages authentic creators, and distorts what real progress looks like.

Sharing his own journey — from charging $125/hour in 2014 to building a multimillion-dollar coaching business — Bayer champions the value of slow, consistent growth built on integrity. He reflects on his own missteps and emphasizes that authenticity, vulnerability, and honesty are the true markers of world-class success. His message is clear: don’t fake it, don’t compare, and trust your unique, divine pace. Real power comes from being real — not polished.

00:00 – Opening Truth Bomb
00:35 – Why This Episode Matters
01:10 – Investigating YouTube Views
02:00 – Spotting Inconsistent Metrics
03:00 – Realization of Inauthentic Influence
04:15 – The Damage of False Comparisons
05:25 – The Illusion of Competition
06:30 – David's Early Struggles
08:00 – Lessons from Tony Robbins
09:30 – Growth from Small Beginnings
11:00 – Integrity Over Hacks
12:15 – The Cost of Faking It
13:40 – Authenticity as Power
15:00 – Real World-Class Identity
16:00 – Embracing Vulnerability
17:45 – The Trap of False Idols
19:00 – Final Encouragement & Reflection

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