Goop is no stranger to controversy (jade egg for your vagina, anyone?) but the trailer for their new Netflix show has caused quite the stir, even for them.
The controversial trailer has showcased five of the ‘wellness’ practices they will be researching during the show, and they’re all a little strange to say the least.
Here are all five, along with why we’re steering clear.
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Cold Therapy
Cold therapy is actually nothing new, and not that out there. Also called cryotherapy, this treatment been popularised by celebs like Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Jennifer Aniston.
But as we know, just because something’s popular doesn’t mean it’s scientifically backed. In July 2016, the FDA released a statement saying there was no evidence that cryotherapy helps with muscle aches, insomnia or anxiety, and can actually cause frostbite, burns and eye damage.
If you want to play it safe, stay away from cryotherapy chambers and practice cold therapy by taking cold showers or swimming in cold water. People are evangelical about how alert they feel after doing so, and there aren’t nearly as many risks involved.
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Energy Healing
The most common forms of energy healing are Reiki, Reflexology, Tapping and Reconnective Healing. While they all differ in execution, the guiding principles are the same: they aim to help the flow of energy and remove blocks.
The jury is still out on the efficacy of energy healing, with some championing it as a cure for a multitude of ailments, and others decrying it’s a placebo at best.
In The Goop Lab trailer, the kind of ‘energy healing’ they showcased was actually an exorcism. And unless you genuinely believe you are possessed by a satanic force, there are easier ways to improve your mood than calling in the Big Guy for assistance.
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Orgasms
Don’t get it twisted, beautyheaven is definitely pro-orgasm.
But from what the very short clip showed in the trailer, it seems more like a yoga class than an orgasmic experience.
That’s totally fine if that’s what you’re into, no harm no foul, but if an orgasm is all you’re after, you can definitely get that done in the comfort of your own home.
Pick up a new vibrator to help you get there, or enlist a partner in you quest to the big O.
bh loves: We-Vibe Nova, LELO Soraya, Fun Factory Amorino, Svakom Keri
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Psychedelics
Psychedelics are a kind of drug that triggers psychedelic experiences through the serotonin recepter in the brain, creating an altered state of consciousness.
A lot of research is being done into the possible benefits of psychedelics, such as decreases in the symptoms of anxiety, depression and PTSD. However at this stage, there is no conclusive evidence that the drugs will have the aforementioned positive effects. But it is a quickly growing field of medical research, so who knows what the future could hold.
We’re all for safe experimentation, but as these kind of recreational drugs are currently illegal in Australia, we can’t get on board with this one.
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Psychic Mediums
Goop has a whole section on their website dedicated to mediums, so it’s safe to say they’re into the spooky stuff.
Psychics, mediums and anyone else who claims to be able to contact the afterlife are very contentious. Some people love them and swear they knew things they never could have known (Gwyneth), and others think they’re just good guessers (us).
However, the urge to talk to someone you dearly miss is one we all have, and the method in which a person chooses to grieve is a very personal one. If talking to a medium helps you process your loss, it’s not up to anyone to tell you you’re going the wrong way about it.
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No nothing appeals, its far from the wellness experiences I have tried. Gwyn does not have my vote.
You know, I couldn't agree more. Gwyn lost her mind, my god, who in the hell wants a vagina smelling candle? Just disturbing, and it gets worse it sold out on the waiting list.
The heat oh I can't function in summer my whole body starts to shut down. My feet get heated and my stress on high level yeah not much fun.
I'm getting curious, I have to admit. After reading your scopes I would probably watch it if I had Netfix. Cant's believe exorcism is offered as alternative therapy. Most of the staff looked crazy to me, maybe except Reiki because I had some experience with it it it made me sort of believe in it (Got rid of my pain for at least 3 hours)
99.9% of what Gwynneth says is cuckoo. I'm on board with cold therapy, though.
I read "Lifespan" by David Sinclair recently & it mentioned cold therapy. When you get out of the thermoneutral zone (not too cold, not too hot), it activates the survival circuit, which is good for your health. Not long enough to get heat exhaustion or frostbite, of course,
Weird – do.