Disappointing Affirmations with Dave Tarnowski

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MPF Discussion with Dave Tarnowski
Disappointing Affirmations with Dave Tarnowski
About Dave Tarnowski
Dave Tarnowski is the author of about a dozen unfinished novels who turned to memes when he finally gave up on his dreams of being a writer of anything longer than a few sentences. He lives in New York City with his neuroses. Follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/disappointingaffirmations/
Disappointing Affirmations with Dave Tarnowski
In this fascinating episode of My Perfect Failure, I sit down with Dave Tarnowski, the brilliant mind behind the wildly popular Instagram page Disappointing Affirmations, boasting over 2 million followers. From blending humor with heartfelt truths to exploring the nuances of vulnerability and resilience, Dave’s journey is a testament to the power of authenticity and creativity.
Dave opens up about how Disappointing Affirmations came to life—starting as a blend of vacation photos and witty, relatable captions, the account quickly became an overnight sensation. Within just a month of launching, Dave received a book deal, cementing the inseparable bond between his Instagram page and his bestselling book.
We dive deep into the inspirations behind Dave’s work, the delicate balance between satire and mental health advocacy, and how vulnerability became his ultimate superpower. Dave also shares the viral moment that skyrocketed his page and how it all stems from his own challenging moments.

This episode is packed with humor, insight, and plenty of "disappointing affirmations" that might just make you feel more seen than ever.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:
1.How Dave transformed sensitivity into a superpower and a platform for mental health advocacy.
2.The story behind Disappointing Affirmations’ meteoric rise and its unique blend of humor and relatability.
3.The difference between positive affirmations and toxic positivity—and why satire can be so powerful.
4.Why vulnerability is a strength and how it can help you navigate life’s toughest challenges.
5.How Dave’s journey with failure led to creating something truly extraordinary.
Tune in to this thought-provoking and entertaining conversation that blends humor, honesty, and healing in the most unexpected ways!


Social Links to Dave
•Website - Disappointing Affirmations’ https://disappointingaffirmations.chroniclebooks.com/
•Order Disappointing Affirmations: https://www.chroniclebooks.com/products/disappointing-affirmations
•Disappointing Affirmations Instagram – Subscribe - https://www.instagram.com/disappointingaffirmations/

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