The Dark Side of Wellness: When Pursuit of Fitness Becomes Judgmental

Getting fit is great – but it could turn you into a rightwing jerk | Zoe Williams 🔗

The more self-actualised you become, the higher you are on self-righteousness, blaming other people’s problems on their failure to be as healthy as you, writes Zoe Williams

The text discusses the potential dark side of wellness, suggesting that the pursuit of physical fitness can lead to self-righteousness and judgmental attitudes towards others. The author argues that the relentless pursuit of self-improvement can lead to a lack of focus on developing one's personality and character. Additionally, the text highlights the competitive nature of the wellness industry and its potential to foster a sense of elitism and superiority.

The pursuit of physical fitness can lead to self-righteousness and judgmental attitudes towards others.
The relentless pursuit of self-improvement can detract from developing one's personality and character.
The competitive nature of the wellness industry can foster a sense of elitism and superiority.