Podcasts about high achievers

Are you letting the golden handcuffs of a corporate salary destroy your health and rob you of true time freedom?  In this powerful interview, Billy Keels sits down with Glenn Hicks, a former telecom CIO who walked away from the corporate C-suite at 48 years old after a life-altering health crisis to design life on his own terms. Discover how to completely rewrite your leadership philosophy, trade a soul-crushing productivity race for radical presence, and build a sustainable "digital independent" lifestyle that allows your business assets to fund your ideal lifestyle.

What happens when you achieve the career success you always wanted… and still feel unfulfilled?In this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with executive coach and author Brad Lekang to explore identity, reinvention, burnout, coaching, leadership, and the challenge of building a meaningful next chapter after corporate success. Brad shares lessons from his time working with major companies like Apple, Visa, and Target, and explains how he developed The Cloudberry Coaching Method, a neuroscience-informed framework designed to help leaders align their identity, values, and goals.They discuss the emotional side of leaving prestigious careers, the fear that comes with entrepreneurship, why many executives struggle with identity after retirement or career changes, and how coaching can help people move through uncertainty with clarity and purpose.Brad also breaks down the difference between coaching and mentorship, why neuroscience has become such a major focus in leadership development, and the habits that keep people stuck even when they know they want change.If you're thinking about a career pivot, struggling with burnout, questioning your identity outside of work, or trying to figure out what comes next, this conversation will hit home.Topics discussed include:• Leaving corporate life and starting over• Identity loss after career transitions• Entrepreneurship and uncertainty• Executive coaching and leadership development• Neuroscience and behavior change• Burnout and fulfillment• The psychology of success• Retirement transitions and reinvention• Building sustainable habits• The Cloudberry Coaching Method⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction01:00 Brad's obsession with national parks02:00 Creating the Cloudberry Coaching Method04:44 Why Brad left corporate life06:40 The fear of becoming a solopreneur08:40 Losing identity after leaving Apple10:45 The loneliness of entrepreneurship14:45 What the Cloudberry Coaching Method actually is18:20 How coaching really works22:40 Coaching vs mentorship27:40 Why neuroscience exploded in leadership culture32:25 What to stop doing if you feel stuck34:20 Final thoughts

Why High Achievers Need a Life Operating System   You can win in business and still feel like you are losing yourself.   In this Richer Soul conversation, Rocky Lalvani sits down with JB Glossinger, founder of MorningCoach, to talk about why so many high achievers feel stuck between outward success and inner dissatisfaction. JB shares how his early relationship with money, years of personal development work, and decades of coaching led him to build what he calls a Life Operating System. The goal is not just productivity. It is peace, perspective, and a better way to live. This episode is for the entrepreneur, executive, or ambitious builder who has learned how to perform, but is still trying to understand how to feel more aligned. JB explains why motivation fades, why cadence matters more, and why one of the biggest causes of stress is trying to close loops that were never meant to be closed.   In This Episode: How childhood money stories shape adult patterns Why high achievers often hit a crisis of meaning The difference between reactive and deliberate living Why cadence beats motivation The concept of open loops and hidden stress How the Seven Ps help create daily clarity Why emotional intelligence matters more than information   Key Insights: Success without a system creates friction, not freedom. Not everything in life is meant to be finished. You cannot say no with confidence until you know your direction. A calmer life is built through daily rhythm, not occasional intensity. Meaning grows when your actions match your values.   Money Learnings from JB: He shares that he grew up hating money because it was tied to pain, struggle, and conflict in his home. That early experience shaped how he saw success, security, and self-worth. His story is a reminder that many of our financial patterns begin long before we ever earn a paycheck, and that real growth often starts by examining the beliefs about money we picked up as children.   Why This Conversation Matters:  Because a lot of successful people have learned how to achieve without ever learning how to live with peace. They know how to push harder, solve problems, and keep going, but they have not built a system that helps them align success with meaning. This episode matters because it challenges the listener to stop measuring life only by output and start asking whether the way they are living is actually sustainable, fulfilling, and true to who they want to become.   About JB Glossinger: JB Glossinger is the founder of MorningCoach®, a professional operating system that has supported founders, CEOs, and high-performing professionals across 140 countries for over 21 years. With nearly 6,000 daily coaching episodes, he has created one of the longest-running daily platforms in the field, bringing together people from diverse cultures, industries, and continents through a shared approach to mission, planning, and execution. Splitting his time between Chicago and Colombia, JB believes the real key to bridging the gap between where you are and where you want to be is a reliable system you commit to every morning.    Links: Facebook - MorningCoach Group - MorningCoach22 Twitter - MorningCoach LinkedIn - MorningCoach YouTube - MorningCoach TikTok - MorningCoach Instagram - MorningCoach     Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro appointment 15 minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

High achievers don't get stuck because they lack effort. They get stuck because they're moving fast in the wrong direction. In this episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast, Chris Anderson sits down with high-performance coach Tim Kelly to unpack why so many capable men hit a ceiling and what it actually takes to break through. Tim is a former Navy rescue swimmer, commercial real estate investor, author, and founder of Active Duty Passive Income. After achieving financial freedom and then losing over seven figures, he rebuilt his life around clarity, faith, and disciplined daily action. Now he helps high performers get out of their own way and build lives that are both successful and fulfilling. In this conversation, Chris and Tim cover: The three reasons even the highest performers stay stuck Why clarity is the foundation of high performance, and how to run a clarity audit on yourself The difference between staying busy and making real progress Why financial freedom means nothing without responsibility and purpose The GROWS framework: God, Relationships, Occupation, Wealth, and Strength Why you cannot succeed in isolation and how to get into the right rooms How to reframe failure as a win, progress, or a lesson The courage it takes to have the hard conversations in your personal life This one is for any man who looks successful on paper but knows he's capable of more. It's a blueprint for trading busyness for clarity and finally moving the needle on the things that matter most. Connect with Tim Kelly: Website: thetimothykelly.com LinkedIn and Instagram: @thetimothykelly Take the free high-performance clarity assessment, grab the gap guide, and book a call. Remember, it's just about one percent better each day. Follow the show and share this episode with a man who's working to be better every single day. This episode may or may not be sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning we'll receive a small commission if you buy something.===========================⚡️ PODCAST: Subscribe and listen on all major platforms⚡️ Want to be a guest on The Upgraded Man? Apply here ➡ https://upgraded-man.com/guest⚡️ For support or business inquiries, email us ➡ chris@upgraded-man.com Our mission at The Upgraded Man is simple — help men upgrade every area of their life through real conversations, honest stories, and actionable insight from men who have done the work.The content on The Upgraded Man is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not constitute professional legal, financial, medical, or therapeutic advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on information discussed on this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if the exhaustion… the pressure… the inconsistency… the overthinking… the burnout… isn't actually your personality? What if it's programming? In this episode of The Obedient Rebel Podcast, Allyson Chavez breaks down the hidden beliefs quietly shaping your nervous system, leadership, success, relationships, money patterns, and emotional reactions. Because most people are not consciously choosing their lives. They are repeating emotional programming they learned years ago. This episode will help you uncover: Why high achievers stay stuck in pressure How beliefs become biologically wired Why self-help often stops working The hidden beliefs underneath overworking, fear, burnout, and inconsistency How awareness becomes the beginning of freedom If you've done everything “right”… but still feel exhausted inside… this episode is for you.

George Wright III explains that the brain is rewired daily through repeated thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and that neuroplasticity means neural pathways strengthen with use (“neurons that fire together, wire together”) and weaken when ignored. Building on prior episodes about clarity, focus, discipline, identity, and habits, he argues many people condition themselves accidentally into stress, self-doubt, procrastination, and fear because the brain reinforces whatever is repeated, not what is empowering. He identifies three sources of mental programming—repetition, emotion, and environment—and outlines intentional rewiring steps: increase awareness of recurring thoughts and emotions, interrupt negative loops with pattern breaks, consistently repeat new thoughts and actions, use visualization with emotion and certainty, and align environment to support growth. He warns against expecting instant change, using affirmations without action, and staying in limiting environments, and invites listener feedback via social channels or email.00:00 Your Brain Rewires Daily00:47 Foundation So Far01:37 Conditioned Without Intention02:42 Neuroplasticity Explained03:41 Why It Changes Everything04:29 Three Programming Sources05:52 Rewire Your Mind Steps08:06 Common Rewiring Mistakes09:11 Daily Audit QuestionsThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

Why do so many high-achievers still feel exhausted… even after the holiday, the supplements, the better routines, and the “self-care”?Because burnout is rarely just about workload.For leaders, founders, professionals, and deeply responsible people, the real issue is often hidden beneath the surface: a nervous system stuck in survival mode, unconscious emotional load, identity pressure, and internal rules that quietly drain energy every single day.In this video, Charlotte Stebbing-Mills breaks down the 4 hidden drivers behind what she calls The Invisible Load — the unseen psychological and physiological patterns that keep high performers stuck in cycles of stress, fatigue, emotional flatness, and burnout.This isn't another “just rest more” conversation.You'll learn why traditional burnout recovery often fails, how unresolved emotional patterns silently consume physical energy, and what actually creates sustainable performance, emotional regulation, and long-term wellbeing.If you're successful on paper but internally running on empty, this video is for you.QUESTIONS ANSWERED○ Why am I still exhausted after resting?○ Why doesn't self-care fix burnout?○ Can unresolved emotions cause fatigue?○ Why do high performers struggle to rest?○ What is the “Invisible Load”?○ Why does my system stay switched on?○ How does identity contribute to burnout?○ What creates sustainable performance?WHAT YOU'LL LEARN○ Why burnout is often a surface symptom○ The link between identity and stress○ How beliefs create nervous system pressure○ Why suppressed emotions drain energy○ Relief vs true recovery○ What nervous system regulation means○ How to identify hidden energy leaks○ Why sustainable performance starts at the rootKEY CONCEPTS○ The Invisible LoadHidden emotional and psychological stress that drains energy over time.○ Emotional DebtStored emotional stress that continues impacting the nervous system.○ Nervous System RegulationThe ability to move between stress and recovery without staying stuck in survival mode.

Corbin Cowan explains how he connected with Board of Advisors after leaving a disappointing Florida mastermind while trying to turn around a near-bankrupt company. This lead to deals, meeting Kevin Harrington, selling that company, and later helping a med tech referral raise about $18 million and go public on Nasdaq. Corbin describes his Founders First Advisory, which prioritizes increasing what founders personally take from their businesses, starting with a tax strategy using an Inflation Reduction Act investment tax credit program (about 35%–40%) and bonus depreciation, structured to eliminate current-year income tax and potentially recover about 75% of taxes paid over the prior three years. 01:06 Founders First Advisory02:03 Board of Advisors Origin03:23 Deals and Exits Through BA04:13 Who He Serves04:43 Tax Product Overview06:55 How the Credit Works08:07 Eligibility and Intake09:54 Found Money and Peace11:00 Reinvest or Pocket ItThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.Corbin Cowan is the founder and CEO of Founders First Advisory (also known as Founder First Advisory), a financial advisory firm dedicated to helping founders, business owners, and high-income earners reduce tax friction, align their advisory teams, and optimize after-tax wealth.https://www.corbincowan.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/corbincowan/

In this powerful episode of This Changes Everything, Sarah sits down with attorney-turned-betrayal recovery coach, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and author Lora Cheadle to explore a provocative idea: what if what we call burnout is actually betrayal?Building on recent conversations about nervous systems, survival responses, and authenticity, this episode dives into how chronic exhaustion is often a signal of deeper misalignment, not just overwork. Lora Cheadle, author of It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal, breaks down how self-abandonment, people-pleasing, and high-functioning survival patterns disconnect us from our needs, identity, and emotional truth.Together, Sarah and Lora explore why high achievers often miss the signs of self-betrayal, how the body signals misalignment before the mind catches up, and why authenticity can feel threatening after years of survival mode. They also unpack what real healing looks like: rebuilding self-trust, setting boundaries, and learning to stop abandoning yourself in relationships, work, and identity.This is a conversation about burnout, yes, but more importantly, it's about coming home to yourself.Download HILY Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit https://hily.go.link/d31uDGet 20% off today with promo code SHTCE at https://aquatru.comDISCLAIMER: This podcast offers information for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified mental health provider for medical or mental health concerns. The host, guests, and network disclaim responsibility for any decisions or actions you make based on information provided by this podcast.TDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.Billing Code: EP151-05/27/26/TCE-BILL-ACCEPTEDSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From the Ritz-Carlton in Dallas, George Wright III interviews Tucker Bern, who helps manage a complex family office spanning multiple industries and chose to focus on simplifying AI for real business use. Bern created Caddy, a locally installed “command center” built on Claude that uses a personalized intake to learn a user's needs and then supports tasks like email triage, calendar/meeting prep with web research, diligence, reporting, workflow automation, and even software building, with about 100 built-in skills including an “auditor” to review and dry-run code. He shares examples of replacing tedious job-review work and helping a non-coder build a lead-scraping app in 2.5 days, emphasizing output gains beyond 20% without aiming to cut staff. 00:00 Get 20 Percent More00:38 Show Intro And Guest01:56 Why Focus On AI04:02 Meet Caddy Platform05:10 Setup And Intake06:36 Real Workflow Wins07:15 Skills And Auditor08:20 Who Benefits Examples11:49 Productivity Not Layoffs13:49 Security And Ownership15:26 How To Use Daily17:48 Why You Must Adopt20:49 Vision And Passion22:15 Where To Learn MoreThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.Tucker Bern is a dynamic entrepreneur and investment leader who currently serves as the CEO of a specialized AI Automation company and President of Bern Investment. At 29, Tucker manages a family office with nine figures in capital following the landmark 9 figure sale of his family's 1,200-employee enterprise in 2025. His AI firm provides cutting-edge voice, text, and automation solutions for diverse sectors, including medical, accounting, and the trades (HVAC, roofing, pest control, etc). A versatile strategist, Tucker also leads business development for the family's functional wellness brand, which they successfully scaled from zero to over seven figures in just 18 months across Iowa and Texas. Combining high-level capital stewardship with a "boots-on-the-ground" approach to tech innovation, he focuses on leveraging automation and strategic investment to drive rapid growth and operational excellence.Links: meetcaddy.com, hi@meetcaddy.com.https://createassistants.ai/https://www.instagram.com/thetuckerbern/

George Wright III interviews Christie Steiger of Innovative Wellness Center about optimizing health for high achievers through comprehensive lab work, individualized functional medicine, and quantum hair analysis to identify cellular stressors like mold, parasites, viruses, toxins, and nutrient deficiencies. Christie shares how chronic symptoms such as fatigue, gut issues, headaches, insomnia, anxiety, brain fog, and weight gain often go unresolved in traditional care, and explains their clinic's approach, including targeted IVs and education via the Zyra Life Coaching Collective. They discuss peptides as cellular signaling tools, warning against unregulated online sources and emphasizing provider oversight, pharmacy-grade products, proper cycling, and personalized “stacks.” Christie describes reversing her own Health issues and being told she'd “forever have diabetes,” and recommends annual comprehensive labs plus at least one quantum test to establish personal benchmarks and trends.00:00 Exhausted and Unwell00:54 Welcome and Big Theme01:53 Christie's Origin Story03:09 Who They Help04:33 Labs and Root Causes05:45 Quantum Testing Explained09:04 Gut Fatigue Sleep Issues10:38 IV Drips and Coaching11:41 Peptides Basics and Risks14:47 Popular Peptides and Stacks15:48 Going National With Education17:14 Christie's Turnaround Story19:34 Where to Start Testing21:40 How Often to TestThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.Christie Steiger is the Founder of Innovative Wellness Center and the reigning Mrs. Iowa 2025, dedicated to revolutionizing patient care through the principles of functional and integrative medicine. With over six years of experience in the health sector, including her tenure as a Functional Medicine Consultant at Zyra Life, Christie specializes in a comprehensive approach that merges Integrative Family Practice, Holistic Pain Management, and Longevity Treatments. At her center, she leads a team providing cutting-edge solutions such as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), PRP, and advanced laser aesthetics. A graduate of the health and financial sectors with a background in business development, Christie empowers individuals to achieve transformative wellness by aligning innovative technology with deep-rooted holistic health values.Innovative Wellness Center

“Your physical journey is only one piece of a much bigger puzzle.” Sammy Bell joins Alex Perry to break down the hidden connection between your fitness habits and your emotional world. High achievers are wired to perform, but performance without self-awareness just tightens the loop. This episode is the exit ramp most people never find. About Our Featured Charity:  This season, Alex Perry On Fire is making a monetary contribution to each guest's charity of choice. Sammy's charity is Back on My Feet. Back on My Feet empowers people experiencing homelessness and addiction to transform their lives and achieve self-sufficiency through the power of running, community, and support services. Your turn to start the fire. Like what you heard today on Alex Perry on Fire? Tell us about it. Want to share what has helped you on your journey? We want to hear about that, too. Comment on social, DM us or give us a call.  Instagram:     TikTok: @alexperryonfire Call: 214-506-8023 

→ Set up a one-on-one Consultation with Karen at Calendly.com/kereneldad ←↓Have you ever looked at your life, your business, your success… and thought, “Why doesn't this feel the way I thought it would?”If so, you're not alone—and this episode is for you.I'm joined by Coach Keren Eldad for a powerful conversation about high achievers who look successful on the outside… but feel stuck, restless, or unfulfilled on the inside.We talk about why the very traits that built your success—drive, discipline, perfectionism—can also keep you stuck… and what it actually takes to not just achieve success, but feel aligned and fulfilled living in it.Inside this episode:

Why do so many believers know Scripture but still struggle to live it out — and what actually closes the gap between belief and behavior? Nakia Edwards, a nurse practitioner and doctoral student in psychology, shares how spiritual, mental, and physical alignment impact long-term well-being, and why high-capacity people often burn out despite good intentions. Join host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) as they explore how unforgiveness affects emotional health, navigating self-control without shame, and what small acts of obedience actually do over time. Support independent journalism at https://kajmasterclass.com=========================================KAJ MasterclassA video-first, live-first global conversation platform — editorially independent and depth-driven. In-depth, unscripted conversations with thinkers, leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, and experts — exploring ideas, lived experience, and real-world wisdom. Hosted by Khudania Ajay (KAJ), independent journalist.

George Wright III explains that lasting success comes from small actions repeated consistently, not intentions, motivation, or one big decision. He connects prior themes—clarity, focus, discipline, and identity—to show how identity shapes behavior and habits automate it to create long-term results. He defines habits as automatic behaviors formed through the habit loop of cue, routine, and reward, emphasizing that environment often shapes behavior more than willpower. To build better habits, he recommends starting small, using habit stacking by attaching new behaviors to existing routines, controlling the environment to make good habits easy and bad habits hard, tracking activity, and reinforcing identity by keeping promises to yourself. He warns against trying to change too much, relying on motivation, unrealistic goals, and quitting after one missed day, and challenges listeners to commit to one habit for 30 days.00:00 Small Things Compound00:27 Intentions vs Habits01:06 Foundation and Identity01:52 Why People Struggle02:36 Define Habits Clearly03:19 Momentum and Compounding04:24 The Habit Loop05:51 Build Better Habits06:51 Environment and Tracking07:54 Identity and Sabotage09:13 30 Day Habit Challenge11:02 Wrap Up and Next StepsThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

Grab Dr Conti's book right here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/paul-conti/whats-going-right/9781538776049/Why do so many successful, driven professionals still carry the quiet belief that they're not enough?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Paul Conti, MD — renowned psychiatrist, bestselling author, and President of Pacific Premier Group — to explore the hidden wounds that high performers carry beneath the surface.From self-doubt and imposter syndrome to emotional suppression and overachievement, we unpack why external success doesn't automatically heal internal insecurity — and what it actually takes to build a healthy relationship with yourself.If you've ever achieved more… but still felt behind… this episode is for you.In this episode, we discuss:Why success doesn't fix self-worthThe “hidden wounds” many high achievers carryHow childhood patterns shape adult performanceThe difference between achievement and emotional healthHow to build a stronger, healthier relationship with yourselfPractical steps toward healing and mental resilienceDr. Conti shares insights from decades of psychiatric experience working with individuals, families, and high-performing professionals — along with practical frameworks you can apply immediately.This conversation is for the driven professional who:Feels capable but hesitant to fully use their voiceStruggles with “I'm not enough” despite external successWants to lead, grow, and perform — without burning outIs ready to do deeper inner work.

You've solved harder problems than this. So why is this one still stuck?This episode is for the high achievers who have done real work on themselves — the therapy, the books, the hard conversations — and still can't get traction when it comes to desire, intimacy, and their closest relationships. It's not because you haven't tried hard enough. It's because you've been using the wrong tools for the wrong system.In this episode:Why capable, self-sufficient people are often the last to get help with intimacy — and why that costs them the mostThe cultural lie that you're supposed to just know how to do sex and relationships (and why it makes zero sense)Top-down vs. body-up: why cognitive tools and talk therapy can't reach what's actually stuckWhy "trying harder" and "knowing more" can fool you into thinking they'll eventually work for everythingWhat somatic, body-based work actually reaches — and what changes when you find the right tool for the real problemTopics: high achievers, intimacy, somatic sex coaching, low libido, desire, nervous system, body shame, sex therapy, intimacy coach, relationship helpGet my free guide: Get Out of Your Head: A Starter Guide to Releasing the Pressure, Shame, and "Shoulds" Around Intimacy at https://laurajurgens.com/guideFind out about the Pleasure Path Diagnostic here: https://laurajurgens.com/diagnostic/Find out more about my offerings and read the blog: https://laurajurgens.com/Copyright notice: All content in this podcast is copyrighted and copying, scraping, data mining, or using the content to train AI is prohibited. 

Episode 168 Making Money Feminine, Fun & Empowering with Shannon DePalmaNew 2026 Power & Purpose Podcast Schedule!!!Guest Episodes are Even numbered episodesVanessa Soul Astrology episodes Odd numbered episodesWhat if the way you were taught to manage money was never designed for the feminine nervous system?In this episode of the Power & Purpose Podcast, Vanessa sits down with financial coach and creator of the Romantic Money Method, Shannon DePalma, for a powerful conversation on money shame, feminine wealth, self-trust, and creating financial freedom without burnout, restriction, or self-punishment.Shannon shares how she went from six-figure income with debt and no savings… to building over $3 million in net worth while creating a softer, more intuitive relationship with money.This episode is for the woman who wants to feel safe, empowered, and supported by her finances instead of controlled by them.⏳ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Episode Preview00:39 Meet Shannon DePalma and the Romantic Money Method03:08 “Who Are You and Who Are You Not?”07:00 Shannon's Financial Awakening During Motherhood10:39 The Biggest Money Belief That Kept Her Stuck13:23 What the Romantic Money Method Really Is16:13 Why Traditional Budgeting Burns Women Out21:12 Money Shame, Fear, and Emotional Avoidance25:27 The Power of Clarity and Looking at the Numbers31:18 From Poverty to $3 Million Net Worth34:23 Healing Your Relationship With Money Through Rituals38:46 Shannon's Coaching Program and Final Wisdom✨ In This Episode We Explore• Feminine wealth building• Healing money shame• Why women avoid budgeting• Active vs passive budgeting• Financial self-trust• Wealth consciousness• Emotional patterns around money• Building abundance without burnout• Money rituals and nervous system safety• The psychology of wealth for women entrepreneurs

MAYBE you're burnt out because you've given everything to what you love, and nothing to yourself. This isn't the burnout conversation you've heard before. This episode breaks down what happens when high-achieving women lose their intuitive edge not through failure, but through relentless forward motion. When you're building something real, scaling something meaningful, and still feel like you're disappearing inside it. In this episode: Why burnout from inspiration is different, and more dangerous than burnout from obligation How 18 months of identity shifts can quietly mute your intuition The two questions that replace urgency-driven decision making Why celebrating your wins and moving goalposts at the same time creates a subconscious ceiling The integration practices (EFT, journaling, nervous system work) that actually rebuild clarity This is your reminder that the next version of you cannot be built at the pace of the current one. Strategy without self-knowledge is just noise. This episode brings you back to the signal.  

In this deeply grounding and insightful episode, I'm joined by Cameron Burris, a licensed therapist, clinical herbalist, and community care advocate who specializes in nervous system support for high achievers, those who often feel the pressure to over-function, over-give, and constantly perform.Together, we explore the connection between burnout, chronic stress, and the nervous system, and how many of us have been conditioned to operate in ways that disconnect us from our bodies. This conversation gently challenges the idea that productivity equals worth and offers a new, more sustainable way of being. We dive into how over-functioning shows up in both the mind and body, the subtle signs of nervous system dysregulation, and what it actually means to feel safe enough to slow down. You'll also hear how holistic practices like herbalism, yoga, sacred movement, and even gardening can support deep regulation and healing.Whether you identify as a high achiever, the “strong one,” or someone learning to unlearn burnout patterns, this episode offers both education and practical tools to help you reconnect with your body and respond to life with more intention and ease.Connect with Cameron:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapywithcamJoin Overfunctioners Anonymous: https://www.quietcontemplationllc.com/overfunctioners-anonymous?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioWork with Cam: https://tr.ee/0z-0y0hqmu✨ Stay Connected with Shots of Serenity ✨Thank you so much for tuning in! If today's episode resonated, please share it with someone you love and subscribe on your favorite platform — iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify, or Google Play.

What if money was never meant to make you feel safe? In this episode of The Obedient Rebel Podcast, Allyson Chavez unpacks one of the deepest misunderstandings around money, success, fear, and peace. Because a lot of people aren't actually chasing money. They're chasing relief. Relief from pressure. Relief from fear. Relief from uncertainty. But money was never designed to carry the emotional weight people place on it. This episode explores: why successful people still feel anxious how fear follows people into higher income brackets the difference between expansion and protection why money is not the source how survival patterns shape financial behavior what actually creates peace If success still feels heavier than it should… this episode will hit deep. ✨ Learn more: The Obedient Rebel Room: https://theobedientrebel.com/room The Prosperity Approach book: https://allysonchavez.com/TheProsperityApproach  __ Key Takeaways 19:48 Money was never meant to carry your emotional weight 19:53 The Prosperity Approach book 20:04 Changing the internal system you create life from 20:10 Join The Obedient Rebel Room 20:16 Rewiring beliefs and nervous system patterns 20:27 Why success feels heavy and money feels emotionally loaded 20:33 Final message: Keep your peace close — Additional Resources Learn more about Allyson's work: Website: https://allysonchavez.com/ Reach out to Allyson on social media:

In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring Podcast, I unpack why so many high achievers struggle with follow-through, even when they are so incredibly committed to their goals. Drawing from patterns I regularly see in coaching and consulting sessions, I explore why follow-through is far more complex than simply “trying harder” or becoming more disciplined and focused.  I discuss how executive functioning skills, perfectionism, cognitive overload, systemic pressures, and being in survival-mode all shape our ability to maintain consistency over time. I also share sustainable productivity strategies that can help reduce overwhelm, support emotional resilience, and create more compassionate systems for pursuing meaningful goals.  In this episode, you will learn: Why follow-through depends on executive functioning skills and environmental conditions How burnout, cognitive overload, and survival mode affect long-term consistency The role perfectionism plays in procrastination, avoidance, and overwhelm How to reduce cognitive load through external systems and clearer task planning Why matching goals to your current capacity supports sustainable progress What compassionate accountability and supportive community can look like Work with me If you are looking for support with sustainable productivity, executive functioning, dissertation completion, or long-term project planning, learn more about my coaching services: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/coaching/ Sign up for my next Compassionate Accountability Retreat on May 29-30: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/retreats/ Free resource Download your Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/kit/ Explore more Listen to more episodes on Sustainable Productivity Strategies: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast_catergory/sustainable-productivity-strategies/ Support the podcast with a one-time or monthly donation: https://donate.stripe.com/bJedR8dGRcs6ewGdwq38401 Access transcripts and additional resources: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/ Audio and transcript edited by Yessi Sanchez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yessisanchez/ This podcast is a proud member of the Genuina Media network. The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or other professional services. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Simone explores the identity shift high-performing women face after becoming mothers: the emotional strain of returning to work, the challenge of being mentally present, and how success and productivity must be redefined during early parenthood. She shares personal reflections and practical ideas—like taking a breather between work and pickup and setting priorities—to help ambitious parents take small steps toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.

You Don't Need More Leads: Fix the Conversion Leak with Authority and ReputationGeorge Wright III introduces an article by his partner Jerome Knyszewski of Authority Magazines/Valiant CEO arguing that most businesses don't need more leads—they have a conversion problem caused by “unconverted credibility.” Citing data (21% average sales win rate, 2.35% average website conversion vs. 11%+ for top sites, and a $92-to-$1 spend imbalance favoring acquisition over conversion), the episode explains that marketing creates desire but prospects then compare options in a retargeting ecosystem, so winning depends on reputation, authority, credibility, and positioning. With nearly all consumers reading reviews and reviews influencing most purchase decisions, the key is how you show up during comparison. Personal brand is framed as “architecture of reassurance,” a compounding asset built through earned media, testimonials, thought leadership, and consistent visibility, and George invites listeners to share the episode and watch for Jerome's upcoming podcast appearance.01:45 Why Leads Mislead03:16 Fix the Leaky Bucket04:21 How Competitors Steal Demand06:14 Winning the Comparison Moment09:25 Personal Brand Defined10:56 Reputation as an Asset12:12 Scale After Trust13:57 Authority Is the StrategyThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

There is a version of people-pleasing that hides behind competence, ambition, professionalism, and being the person everyone can count on. In this episode, I'm unpacking the patterns that show up in high achievers and what happens when competence becomes part of your identity. If the traits that brought you success are slowly starting to feel exhausting, it doesn't mean you need to stop striving completely. It means there is a different way to experience achievement, one where you can be highly capable while also being supported, loved, helped, and truly known in reciprocal relationships. Here's what I cover:Why people pleasing in high achievers is often brushed off as “just being professional”The childhood experiences that teach women that being useful is what makes them lovableHow competence can become a cage that leaves high-achieving women feeling lonely and resentfulThe invisible contract women believe in when they keep overfunctioning and overdeliveringThe sneaky ways people pleasing shows up through perfectionism and emotional responsibilityHow to start supporting the younger part of you that learned that needing things was unsafeFind Sara here:sarafisk.coachpages.sarafisk.coach/difficultconversationsinstagram.com/sarafiskcoachfacebook.com/SaraFiskCoachingtiktok.com/@sarafiskcoachyoutube.com/@sarafiskcoaching1333

Do you ever feel like every single task on your to-do list carries the emotional weight of a TED Talk, a board meeting, or a life-or-death emergency? Or when you technically have time to rest and your brain starts filling the space with more work, more pressure, more urgency?In this episode, I'm breaking down why so many high-achieving women—especially those of us with ADHD—fall into patterns of overworking, overthinking, and making everything feel incredibly high stakes. We're talking about the hidden payoffs behind perfectionism, the role identity plays in burnout, and why “working hard” can quietly become part of how we measure our worth.What You'll Learn3 hidden "payoffs" that keep high achievers stuck in overworking patternsWhy ADHD can intensify urgency, stress, perfectionism, and burnout cyclesCoaching questions that helped me start breaking this pattern in my own lifeHow to define “good enough” work without spiraling into guiltSimple guardrails that help prevent burnout before you hit the wallIf This Resonates:If you're exhausted from feeling like everything has to be done at maximum effort just to feel “safe” or successful, I can help.This is exactly the kind of work I do inside my 1:1 coaching...helping ambitious women build sustainable success without constantly operating in stress, urgency, and burnout mode.

What happens when the version of you that built your success starts feeling too small for who you are becoming?  In this reflective episode of Your Passion, Purpose & Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire pauses after the Identity Evolution Series to name what so many high-achieving founders, executives, and leaders have been quietly carrying: the feeling that outward success no longer tells the whole truth. This is not an episode about being broken. It is about recognition. Lisa reflects on the messages she received throughout the series, especially the recurring confession: "I thought this was just me." She shares her own realization that even while teaching identity evolution, she was still editing herself in real time by softening, translating, and arranging her truth for acceptance. That recognition became a turning point: less proof and more presence. If you have been successful on the outside while privately wondering, "Is this still actually mine?" this episode gives language to the quiet reckoning. It explores why identity shifts often arrive subtly, why presence is more powerful than performance, and why your perspective, discernment, and lived pattern recognition matter more than ever in a world shaped by AI, uncertainty, and constant change. Key Takeaways Many successful people quietly question their direction and assume they are alone. Identity shifts often begin as restlessness, flatness, or "quiet wrongness," not dramatic crisis. Performance may create acceptance, but presence creates connection. True authority does not need to explain itself into credibility. Before reinvention or strategy, you have to tell yourself the truth about where you are. The Identity Evolution Series may land differently when you revisit it, because you are different now. Your Category of ONLY™ begins when you stop managing how you are received. The next chapter is not about becoming someone else. It is about letting the truest part of you lead. CONNECT WITH LISA LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/  WEBSITE: https://lisamcguire.com Successfully Stuck: The First Step Truth Kit: https://go.lisamcguire.com/first-truth-kit  Category of ONLY Inquiry: https://calendly.com/lisabusinessgrowthadvisor/get-acquainted  Identity Evolution Journey Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2KBSb0BlQp9HhTEd1Z_SNdULBD7wey84  Sign up for Lisa's "so much more" newsletter: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe  Get your free Human Design Bodygraph: https://lisamcguire.com/get-your-free-chart/  Human Design Masterclass Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/human-design-masterclass-waitlist  Ideal Client Workshop Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/ideal-client-workshop-waitlist-icww785155   

George Wright III shares a key lesson from a high-end mastermind: lasting success and major business exits come from changing identity, not just setting goals or forcing new behaviors. He explains that most people focus on outcomes and processes but hit an internal ceiling defined by self-image, because identity is a subconscious collection of beliefs and labels that determines what you attempt, tolerate, and repeatedly do. To shift identity, he recommends deciding who you're becoming, upgrading internal dialogue with aligned thinking, and acting in accordance before you feel ready, stacking small wins to reinforce the new self-concept while adjusting environment and associations that pull you back. He warns against trying to change results without identity work, using affirmations without action, expecting instant transformation, and clinging to limiting labels, and invites listeners to share struggles and wins while directing them to dailymastermind.com for new resources.00:37 Why Goals Fail Without Identity02:32 What Identity Really Is03:50 Three Levels Outcomes Process Identity04:50 How to Shift Your Identity07:08 Pitfalls to Avoid08:56 Daily Prompts and Greatness10:43 Wrap Up and New ResourcesThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

166: AI, Loneliness, Intuition, and the Collapse That Changed Her Life with Catherine CrestaniNew 2026 Power & Purpose Podcast Schedule!!!Guest Episodes are Even numbered episodesVanessa Soul Astrology episodes Odd numbered episodesListen to this episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4OmeDBBbjIberoFC1rhxgf?si=Rvm5TDjcQLGLJS76RJwfyQWhat happens when loneliness, burnout, people pleasing, and technology collide at the same time?In this episode of the Power & Purpose Podcast, Vanessa Soul sits down with intuitive healer and soul activator Catherine Crestani for a deeply honest conversation about intuition, nervous system healing, burnout, authenticity, spiritual awakening, and the emotional impact of AI and modern technology.Catherine shares the powerful story of walking away from a successful 7-figure business after her body began shutting down, how she navigated a dark night of the soul, and why so many women lose themselves trying to be the “good girl.”The conversation also explores Catherine's new AI-inspired thriller, My Virtual Obsession, and the deeper collective loneliness that technology is quietly amplifying in today's world.If you've been feeling disconnected from yourself, emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by expectations, or caught between who you were and who you're becoming… this episode will speak directly to your soul.⏳ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Episode Preview 02:13 Releasing identities and the “nice girl” mask04:16 Building a 7-figure business and hitting burnout06:41 The dark night of the soul08:41 Losing the business and confronting self-worth11:19 Trusting intuition even when it makes no sense14:11 Feeling like a burden and unpacking money wounds16:15 Overgiving, receiving, and chakra healing18:11 The grieving process of healing21:02 Why emotions need healthy release21:46 What “good girl syndrome” really is24:39 Learning how to say no without guilt28:24 Boundaries, family dynamics, and reclaiming power30:07 Why spiritual people struggle with people pleasing32:54 Practical ways to reconnect with your intuition35:25 Catherine's AI-inspired thriller book37:27 Loneliness, AI, and the future of human connection40:13 Using discernment with technology and AI42:12 How to connect with Catherine42:52 Final reflections and closing wisdomConnect with Catherine Crestani

She owns her worth. She makes her work visible. She shows up, delivers, and has stopped waiting quietly in the background.And she is still not getting where she wants to go.Sound familiar? Then this is the episode you have been waiting for.In Week 3 of the Visibility series, we'll name the third piece of the equation that most high-achievers are missing, the strategic layer that transforms good performance and visible work into real career momentum.It comes down to three things: relationships (who actually knows you, not just what you do), reputation (what people say when you are not in the room, and whether it is moving you forward or keeping you in place), and positioning (being deliberate about where you are going and making sure the right people know it).This is where everything from the last three weeks connects into a picture you can actually act on.In this episode:The three-part visibility equation: worth + visibility + strategyWhy reliable is not always the reputation that gets you to the next levelThe five people whose opinion most shapes your career and how to invest in those relationships intentionallyHow to find out what you are actually known for (and the question most people never ask)Positioning: how to tell the right people where you are going, and why most people never doThree practices, one for each piece, to start this week

#155 - If you're a high-achieving woman who's been trying to figure out your career pivot on your own and you're still stuck, this episode is for you. Dr. Tega breaks down why the very drive that made you successful in your career might be the same thing that's keeping you from making the pivot you want.In this episode, you'll learn the three specific ways high achievers sabotage their own career pivots when they try to go it alone, and how the right support can change everything. Whether you're mid-career and unsure of your next move or you've been spinning your wheels for over a year, this episode will help you understand why nothing has worked, and what to do differently.

In this show, Darren explores the hidden pressures faced by high-achieving students, focusing on the growing impact of imposter syndrome and perfectionism in education. Why do some of the most successful pupils feel as though they are “not good enough”? And how can teachers, parents, and school leaders recognise when academic ambition becomes emotionally damaging? Drawing on current research into student wellbeing, motivation, anxiety, and performance under pressure, Darren examines how perfectionism can fuel exam stress, undermine confidence, and contribute to burnout in academically able learners. Darren also discusses the difference between healthy striving and maladaptive perfectionism, alongside practical, evidence-informed strategies schools can use to support pupils during exam season.

Do you struggle to relax, sit still, or truly disconnect from work, training, and constant stimulation? In this episode of Making Shift Happen, we explore why high achievers often become addicted to being busy and how chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation can make slowing down feel uncomfortable. You'll learn how busyness impacts recovery, performance, energy, and mental health. Plus, you’ll learn practical strategies to regulate your nervous system and create more sustainable routines. Take the FREE Nervous System Audit here (it’s only 10 questions!): https://forms.gle/hGtZY7P8X5sAtQe26. Once you submit your answers, you will receive an answer key via email to calculate your results and to get insight on where your baseline is right now. From there, you can see what you need to do to help yourself. Just take it already! 

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.In this episode, we unpack the hidden emotional cost of high performance and why achievement often becomes identity. Many leaders learn how to appear confident long before they actually feel secure. They build careers, brands, and reputations while privately battling perfectionism, anxiety, impostor syndrome, and the fear of being exposed.We explore: Why achievement becomes tied to self-worth  The childhood patterns that create perfectionistic leaders  How social media and leadership isolation intensify insecurity  The hidden exhaustion of constantly performing confidence  Why vulnerability feels dangerous for high achievers  How to separate your worth from your productivity  What real confidence actually looks like If you've ever felt pressure to constantly prove yourself, struggled to slow down, feared criticism, or wondered who you are outside of your accomplishments, this conversation will resonate deeply.This episode is for entrepreneurs, executives, creators, leaders, and high achievers who are tired of performing strength and ready to become whole.

So many women are exhausted and calling it normal.   In this week's episode of Life Coaching for Mompreneurs, I'm joined by Dr. Nikia Smith for a deeply honest conversation about hustle culture, emotional exhaustion, boundaries, and how to stop living in survival mode.   We talk about: ✨ The subtle signs of burnout ✨ Why ambitious women struggle to rest ✨ How to start saying no without guilt ✨ The mindset shifts that change everything   If you've been overwhelmed, emotionally drained, irritable, exhausted, or secretly fantasizing about escaping your life just to rest, this conversation will help you feel seen and supported.   This is your permission to slow down and finally take care of yourself again. You are worthy of rest before your body forces you to stop.

George Wright III shares an idea from Alan Watts about “the great pretending,” where people act as if every decision and outcome is judged on a cosmic scoreboard, creating constant stress and performance anxiety. He argues life is not a test but an experience or game, and that nature operates playfully without strain. The key distinction is between giving up (indifference) and letting go (freedom): you can still pursue goals and build a business without attaching your identity to outcomes. He suggests asking how you'd live today if things didn't matter in the way you think—speaking more honestly, acting sooner, and overthinking less—because releasing pressure improves clarity, creativity, speed, and results. The takeaway is to treat life like a playground, act from intention rather than fear, and reflect on where you're taking life too seriously.00:00 Why You Feel Overwhelmed00:36 The Great Pretending01:31 Life Is Not An Exam02:16 Playful Universe Mindset02:51 Letting Go Not Giving Up03:55 Practical Questions To Ask04:36 Detachment Creates An Edge05:01 The Meaning Paradox05:35 Creator Mindset Takeaway06:59 Weekly Reflection And CloseThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

High achievers, type A, perfectionists, women in healthcare....you all can be hard on yourselves.I know, because that was me too.And you think that would help you eat healthier and lose weight, but it doesn't.I'm explaining how self-criticism isn't the answer and how self-compassion helps high achievers lose weight more efficiently.Plus, have a healthier relationship with food, body, and yourself.__________Having information and actually being able to apply it consistently are 2 completely different things.It's especially hard when you're tired and stressed.Get my help applying this to your real life, with a free consult.✨Book a Free ConsultYou'll get clarity, relief, hope and real direction, just from the consult.✨Book a Free Consult__________Listen to the FREE Weight Loss Without Willpower private podcast.5 short episodes + discovery sheets, made for women in healthcare.

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Close your eyes and imagine your life without the fear of failure. Without feeling not good enough. Without controlling food and weight. What would freedom from your eating disorder actually look like? If you're a high achiever who's successful in every area of life except recovery, this episode will change everything. You think you're afraid of failing at recovery—but what if you're actually terrified of succeeding? This raw, honest episode explores: Why accomplished women sabotage their own recovery progress The difference between fear of failure vs. fear of success in healing How playing small keeps you stuck in quasi-recovery What you're really afraid of losing when you recover Why high achievers struggle with "going all in" on recovery How to stop arguing for your limitations The mindset shift that creates fearless recovery success For the high-achieving woman who crushes every goal except the one that matters most. THE HIGH ACHIEVER'S RECOVERY PARADOX You crush every skating goal, professional milestone, life achievement—second place was never good enough. You've checked all of life's boxes, earned the degrees, found the right partner, built the career. But recovery? That feels different. You thought you were trapped because you were terrified of failing. You wanted to do recovery perfectly, just like everything else. People were watching—would you land the jump or end up on your butt? But here's the truth that changes everything: You're not afraid of failing. You're afraid of succeeding. THE FEAR OF SUCCESS REVELATION "It wasn't that I was terrified of failing. I had failed in my life, and I knew that whatever I set my mind to, I accomplished." You know that if you set your mind on a goal, you accomplish it. This is the exact same willpower that became your eating disorder superpower. But being afraid of success? That kept you in quasi-recovery—one foot in, one foot out. Why success feels scarier than failure: Saying you're afraid of failure allows you to play small If you go all in, then you actually have to go all in Inaction brings doubt and fear; action creates courage and confidence Being fearful of failure keeps you "safe" The real fear: What you'll have to become and what you must let go of in the process. THE SELF-SABOTAGE PATTERN Fear of failure keeps you from achieving goals because you do nothing. Fear of success keeps you from long-term freedom and threatens your dreams. Are you terrified of letting go of your "current normal" to find your very best self? What may frighten you most isn't what you'll have to DO to accomplish recovery, but WHO you'll need to become. The sabotage shows up as: Always procrastinating on recovery actions Waiting for tomorrow to do what you want today (freedom) Playing small instead of going all in Staying mad at yourself for doing nothing THE BREAKTHROUGH QUESTIONS Reflection prompts to uncover your real fears: Are you truly terrified of failure, or more terrified of succeeding? What would successful recovery look like for you? What do you want to achieve from your recovery? What do you need to lay down in order to do just that? Most people spend their entire life arguing for their limitations—you're not most people. HOW TO OVERCOME THE FEAR OF SUCCESS 1. Start Small & Commit Take one step, then the next Proceed from pure intent Write a letter committing to yourself: "Today I stop playing small" 2. Reframe Failure When you fail, don't wear it as identity Ask: "What is this teaching me right now?" Coach yourself through setbacks 3. Embrace Uncertainty with Certainty "The future is uncertain, but your success is certain." Write this down, post it everywhere Fall in love with recovering, with the journey, with the new you 4. Get Present with Possibility "What if I do recover? What if I impact lives beyond my own? What if I'm actually creating my dream?" 5. Choose Fearless Success The truth about becoming fearlessly successful in recovery: You decide you're going to be fearlessly successful by failing some days and stepping forward anyway. THE SUCCESS MINDSET SHIFT Stop arguing for your limitations. Most people spend their lives explaining why something won't work—you're not most people because you're listening to this show. You want better and you deserve it. So don't be most people. Create a life that actually works for YOUR life. We were put on this planet to create—our Creator created us to create and do. Are you doing, or are you sitting back waiting for life to happen to you? KEY QUOTES

What if brilliant leaders stumble not from lack of skill but from hidden, childhood‑wired patterns and chronic stress? In this episode, Dean Newlund interviews Kendra Dahlstrom to reveal how cultivating self‑awareness and emotional regulation can restore presence, decision quality, and leadership freedom.   In this episode, Dean Newlund and Kendra Dahlstrom discuss: Why high-achieving leaders sometimes react in ways they later regret The concept of the “window of tolerance” and how stress impacts behavior How digital habits and modern work environments increase reactivity The influence of childhood experiences on leadership patterns and coping mechanisms Practical approaches to building self-awareness and improving emotional regulation   Key Takeaways: Emotional intelligence, especially self-awareness and self-regulation, is essential for sound decision-making and leadership under pressure. Chronic stress and constant digital stimulation push leaders outside their window of tolerance, increasing reactivity. Early life experiences often shape coping patterns like workaholism or overcontrol that show up in leadership behavior. Evaluating the real costs of behaviors helps leaders distinguish productive habits from harmful ones. Improving emotional regulation strengthens presence, clarity, and overall leadership effectiveness.   "Errors are expensive, and the higher you are up in the hierarchy, the more expensive an error will be.” — Kendra Dahlstrom   About Kendra Dahlstrom: Kendra is an executive coach and senior advisor to high-achieving leaders operating in complex, high-stakes environments. She specializes in emotional intelligence, intuition-informed decision making, executive presence, and leadership under pressure. Her work helps CEOs, founders, and senior executives resolve internal misalignment, regulate nervous system responses, and lead with clarity, authority, and integrity. Drawing on decades of experience advising Fortune 50 companies and global leaders, Kendra integrates psychological insight, strategic rigor, and embodied leadership to support sustainable performance and authentic influence.   Connect with Kendra Dahlstrom:   Website: https://kendradahlstrom.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendradahlstrom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendra.dahlstrom The High Achieving Leader™ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yXxXkHjoY35KaSKykVSsW       See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Why does taking consistent, disciplined action often leave you in the exact same stagnant position? The root cause is a conflict with an unconscious operating system you never chose. To dismantle this programming and rebuild your cognitive architecture, join Dr. Grace's Mastery Accelerator: https://masteryinsights.com/mentorship-pc What is the Scarcity Programming Trap? The Scarcity Programming Trap is a framework that describes the inherited, unconscious conditioning from early environments, institutions, and society that silently dictates human behavior, restricts cognitive capacity, and keeps individuals professionally stuck, misinformed, and disempowered. Key Concepts Scarcity Programming Trap: The embedded, unconscious conditioning acquired from early environments that dictates your current behaviors and restricts your ability to perceive new executive opportunities. The Unlearning Process: The deliberate cognitive act of dismantling past mental conditioning to create the capacity required to synthesize new information and execute higher-level leadership functions. Disempowerment Dynamics: The relational consequence in the workplace where an individual's internal hesitation allows another party to become over-empowered and dictate the rules of engagement. Mental Gatekeeping: The strict, intentional filtering of external sensory inputs, what you listen to, watch, and speak, to protect and reprogram your internal operating system. When faced with uncomfortable truths about your career, do you instinctively retreat to familiar programming (A), or do you lean into the friction of unlearning (B)?   Show notes and free resources: https://CareerRevisionist.com/episode242 Do you want to move up in executive leadership? Want to elevate your communication skills, leadership abilities and influence in the world around you? If you're ready to start leveling up in your career and you want to develop all of the skills and professional acumen that will allow you to grow into senior executive positions with confidence, apply here: https://masteryinsights.com/mentorship-pc Answer a few questions to see if you qualify for Dr. Grace's executive coaching program, then book a time to speak with a member of our team. --------- Thank You for Listening! I am truly grateful that you have chosen to tune in. Visit my Youtube channel where I release new videos weekly on executive career growth, communication, increasing income, and professional development. Please share your thoughts! Leave questions or feedback in the comments below. Leave me a review on iTunes and share my podcast with your colleagues. With Love & Wisdom, Grace

#148: On today's episode, Masha Kay, nervous system regulation coach, jumps on the podcast to unpack the deeper psychology behind high achievement and how it's a tool for nervous system regulation. Han shares her Substack (linked here), which opens a conversation into what it actually means to heal beyond just intellectualizing your patterns and explore how many ambitious people use work, achievement, and constant productivity as coping mechanisms to avoid feeling, and how protector parts developed in childhood can continue running our lives long after we no longer need them to survive.The girls get into:productivity as a coping mechanism & form of emotional avoidancewhy high achievers struggle to slow downnervous system regulation, trauma healing, & somatic healingwhat “parts work” actually isprotector parts & how they try to keep us safe from feelings that once weren't safe to experiencewhy intellectualizing your healing is not the same as embodying itdissociation, overwhelm, & constantly needing to stay busyreconnecting to the body & learning how to feel below the neckwhy healing can actually feel unsafe for the nervous systeminner child work, emotional suppression, & survival strategieshow ambition and achievement can become trauma responseswhy awareness alone doesn't always create transformationlearning how to feel instead of avoidthe difference between numbing and true healingLearning to surrender to the process of healing& MORE!This episode is for anyone who feels they may be using productivity and achievement as a form of emotional suppression or avoidance, anyone feeling frustrated in their healing journey despite being “self aware,” anyone pursuing trauma healing and looking into nervous system regulation, or anyone wanting to better understand parts work, protector parts, inner child healing, and what it actually means to feel instead of intellectualize.CONNECT BELOW:follow Masha ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out her program hereCONNECT with HAN:follow Han ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow HOW I SEE IT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow Han on Substack herewatch HOW I SEE IT on YouTube hereshop the podcast merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠work with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.com00:00 – Introduction02:44 – Productivity addiction & high achievers using work to cope03:58 – Achievement as nervous system regulation04:47 – Why ambitious people struggle to be with themselves07:54 – Productivity as emotional avoidance08:41 – Work, avoidance, & disconnecting from feeling09:13 – What are “protector parts”?09:41 – Understanding parts work & internal family systems12:46 – Why healing can feel blocked16:15 – When the “high achiever” part takes over healing18:31 – How protector parts keep us safe20:14 – Awareness, observation, & compassion in healing22:35 – Dissociation & living outside the body27:35 – The inability to stay present with feeling32:40 – Intellectualizing vs actual self awareness36:44 – Anger, discomfort, & emotional control37:58 – Observation creates separation from emotion39:39 – Beginning somatic experiencing41:32 – Reconnecting to the body through orienting52:55 – Why slowing down is harder for high achievers1:00:00 – Numbing vs actual healing1:05:37 – Building ambitious lives to avoid pain

You're smart. Capable. Self-aware. So why does money still feel… chaotic?In this episode, we're unpacking something most high-achievers struggle with: Doing well in life… but not feeling fully in control of their moneyIf you've ever found yourself:avoiding your financesoverthinking every decisionswinging between “I've got this” and “what am I doing?”or spending in ways that don't feel alignedYou're not alone! In this episode, I walk you through 6 common patterns I see in high-achievers, and what they're actually trying to protect.

Many entrepreneurs hit their goals, grow their revenue, and create real impact, and still somehow feel behind. In this episode, Brian Thompson unpacks why high achievers so often struggle to feel successful, how comparison and constant striving distort our sense of progress, and why mission-driven entrepreneurs are especially vulnerable to this pattern. It is a candid and reflective conversation that ends with a challenge to redefine what success actually means for you.   The Pattern Entrepreneurs Get Stuck In A pattern Brian sees in himself and many of his clients: Hit a goal, feel proud for about five minutes, and then immediately shift into what is next, what is still missing, what should be better. His business coach put it plainly: there is no there.  By constantly focusing on the next thing, it becomes easy to miss the life that is being built right now. Many high achievers learned early that achievement equals safety, approval, or worth, and that conditioning runs deep. For LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs in particular, external validation often became a survival strategy when other forms of belonging were denied. The result is a set of skills, performing, producing, solving, and goal-setting, that serve entrepreneurs well, but can also become a trap. Psychologists call it the hedonic treadmill: we adapt to our circumstances so quickly that what once felt exciting becomes the new normal, and then we start chasing the next thing.   How Comparison Makes It Worse Social media has fundamentally distorted the way entrepreneurs measure their own success. Intellectually, most people know they are seeing highlight reels. Emotionally, it still lands. A perfectly good day in the business can unravel the moment someone else appears to be doing more, growing faster, or hitting bigger milestones. Without realizing it, other people's timelines become the standard against which progress gets measured. Brian points out that this is especially difficult for mission-driven entrepreneurs, who tend to be deeply reflective and genuinely care about doing meaningful work. That same thoughtfulness can turn inward in unhealthy ways. There will always be someone further ahead in one area or another, but what is rarely visible is their anxiety, their trade-offs, their exhaustion, and their own version of this same struggle.   When Your Identity and Your Business Are Intertwined Mission-driven entrepreneurs face an additional layer of pressure because so many tie their self-worth to their impact. When a business is deeply connected to personal values and identity, it becomes harder to separate business performance from personal worth. A slow quarter can feel like a personal failure. Burnout can bring guilt instead of rest. And because many mission-driven entrepreneurs are naturally empathetic, overextension becomes a pattern. You cannot build a meaningful business if you are perpetually depleted.   Why Reflection Changes Everything One of the most important lessons Brian has taken from entrepreneurship is that success without reflection rarely feels like success at all. If there is no pause to acknowledge growth, resilience, lessons learned, and progress made, the brain simply moves on to the next problem, and entrepreneurship guarantees there will always be a next problem. This is why Brian starts every client meeting by asking about successes and challenges, a few minutes to look at what has actually happened before moving forward. High achievers tend to be excellent at documenting failures and poor at documenting progress. Making success visible, and emotionally real, is a practice that has to be built intentionally. Brian also encourages clients to take some of their quarterly profit and celebrate themselves, a dinner out, a massage, whatever feels good, rather than immediately reinvesting everything back into the business. Celebrating now, rather than waiting, is part of building something sustainable.   Redefining What Success Actually Means for Mission-Driven Entrepreneurs Ambition is not the problem. The problem is when achievement becomes the only measure of worth. Sustainable growth requires expanding the definition of success beyond revenue and output.  Success might look like a business that supports your mental health, flexibility and freedom in your schedule, stronger boundaries, clients you genuinely enjoy working with, decisions aligned with your values, or simply resting without guilt. None of those things show up in a public milestone post, but they are often what actually creates a meaningful life. Entrepreneurship is also not linear. There will be seasons of slower growth, lower energy, and shifting priorities. Sometimes success is simply continuing. Sometimes it is choosing sustainability over self-destruction. Sometimes it is deciding to stop building according to someone else's definition entirely.   Your Action Step What is one win you have not fully celebrated this year? Not minimized, not brushed past, not immediately followed with what could have been better. One thing that deserves real acknowledgement. Brian invites you to send him a DM on Instagram with your answer. If this episode resonated, share it with another entrepreneur who might be quietly carrying this same feeling.   Resources + Links Episode 118: Why You'll Never Find Balance in Your Business Newsletter Sign Up Follow Brian Thompson Online: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Forbes Follow & review the podcast: on Spotify and Apple Podcasts   About Brian and the Mission Driven Business Podcast Brian Thompson, JD/CFP®, is a tax attorney and Certified Financial Planner® who specializes in providing comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who run mission-driven businesses. The Mission Driven Business podcast was born out of his passion for helping social entrepreneurs create businesses with purpose and profit. On the podcast, Brian talks with diverse entrepreneurs and the people who support them. Listeners hear stories of experiences, strength, and hope and get practical advice to help them build businesses that might just change the world, too.

You've done everything right. Built the career. Earned the title. Achieved what you set out to achieve. And something still feels hollow. Not broken, just hollow. Most podcasts talk to people who haven't made it yet. This episode is for the person who has. And is quietly wondering: is this it?WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER:Why accomplished professionals feel hollow even when everything looks right on paper - and why this feeling is information, not ingratitudeWhat hollow actually feels like from the inside: the numbness, the blur of identical days, the exhaustion that doesn't go awayWhy staying constantly busy can become a way of avoiding what you're actually feeling - and why it works until it doesn'tWhy outer fixes like vacations, new goals, and more achievement never reach the hollow feeling - and what's actually going on underneathWhat the hollow feeling is really telling you - and why it's not a sign you made the wrong choicesThe one question that opens everything up - and why most high achievers haven't been asked it for yearsBook a 30-minute call with Candy: https://stepintosuccessnow.com/Grab the free course, Stop Guessing and Start Signing Clients: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/vfo/She Coaches Coaches | Helping accomplished professionals build a business and life that actually fits

George Wright III explains that most people live in the gap between knowing and doing because they lack discipline, not knowledge, and that results come from consistent actions rather than intentions. He argues motivation is unreliable and defines discipline as following through on commitments regardless of feelings, which builds momentum, progress, and self-confidence. He outlines three drivers of discipline: clear standards (non-negotiables), supportive structure (routines that reduce decision-making and resistance), and identity (seeing yourself as someone who follows through). He recommends getting specific about expectations, removing friction by preparing your environment, starting small and building through repetition, and tracking consistency rather than results. He warns against relying on willpower alone, setting unrealistic expectations, and being vague, and encourages listeners to implement one simple disciplined action this week and share feedback with the show.00:00 Monday Mindset Reset00:43 The Knowing Doing Gap01:40 Why Motivation Fails02:15 Discipline Builds Confidence03:18 Standards Structure Identity04:43 Simple Steps to Execute06:09 Common Discipline Pitfalls06:51 Freedom Through Consistency07:59 Wrap Up and Next Steps08:54 Share and ConnectThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

George Wright III interviews Paul Roberts, founder of OC Talk Radio, about his shift from traditional radio and PR into digital podcasting after the Great Recession disrupted legacy media. Roberts explains why entrepreneurs struggle with content—lack of value, compelling storytelling, and consistent publishing—and argues businesses must become their own media companies to build authority and control the narrative. He contrasts earned PR with advertising and describes how podcasting evolved from audio to video, with YouTube becoming a primary platform, enabling one conversation to be repurposed into audio, video, clips, and written content. Roberts emphasizes human-centered stories over product pitches, and he advocates live streaming for urgency, authenticity, guest reliability, and built-in promotion. He sees online, hyper-local “narrowcasting” as the future of local media and shares.01:20 Paul's Radio Origin Story02:02 Recession to Podcast Pivot04:06 Why Content Fails05:15 Consistency Builds Audience06:37 PR vs Owned Media10:37 Podcasting Evolves to Video12:06 Repurposing Content Ecosystem14:03 Storytelling That Connects15:15 Getting Comfortable On Camera17:08 Why Live Streaming Wins19:30 Building Local Authority22:36 Future of NarrowcastingThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.About the GuestPaul Roberts is the founder of OC Talk Radio, Orange County's premier online business radio and live stream production platform. As a digital media consultant and pioneer in live podcasting, he leverages over 20 years of experience to help entrepreneurs transition from traditional media to modern digital distribution. His credibility is rooted in a diverse career ranging from rock-and-roll radio DJing to corporate PR, making him an expert in building brand authority through long-form storytelling.Guest Resources:Website: https://www.octalkradio.biz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/octalkradio/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OCTalkRadioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paultroberts/

Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html On today's episode I get real about something I've been dealing with the past few weeks — that feeling of never doing enough, never progressing fast enough, and always moving the goalpost. I break down why that feeling is actually the engine behind everything you've accomplished, why complaining about it is the real problem, and what I've been doing personally with gratitude and rewarding yourself to keep pushing without burning out. Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

If you've been working hard to build confidence at work – studying, preparing, accumulating wins — but still feel like something is missing, this episode is for you. The real foundation of confidence isn't skills or accomplishments - it's something much deeper.  In today's episode, I'm explaining what this missing ingredient is, and why high achievers often struggle with it. If this episode resonated with you, learn more about working with me below: Private Coaching: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/coaching/  The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

What if your drive to succeed is the very thing keeping you stuck? In this episode, I sit down with executive career coach Brooke Taylor to talk about the "success wound” that ties your worth to productivity, achievement, and external validation. Brooke breaks down the 5 distinct achiever types, how to identify your primary wound, and the somatic tools required to move from manic ambition into aligned success. Tune in to stop proving yourself and start feeling enough. Check out our Sponsors: Granola - Granola is an AI-powered notepad built for the way real people actually meet. Get three months free at http://granola.ai/earn. Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at http://Shopify.com/happy Indeed - Spend less time searching, and more time actually interviewing candidates who check all your boxes. Indeed is giving Earn Your Happy listeners a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to help get your job the premium status it deserves. Just go to http://Indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on Earn Your Happy. Rella - Rella is a project management platform built specifically for social media managers and teams. Go to http://getrella.com and use code EARN for 10% off your first three months or annual plan. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Why feeling like a failure is part of playing bigger. 05:00 What is the “success wound” and how does it form? 11:15 The 3-part checklist to know if you have a success wound. 15:45 What are the 5 achiever types? 22:00 Why success doesn't create fulfillment and what actually does. 30:00 How to find joy without burnout or extreme highs and lows. 31:45 What's the difference between manic ambition and aligned ambition? 34:45 Why burnout and imposter syndrome are just symptoms. 38:00 A somatic tool to calm anxiety instantly. 44:44 How to stop negative thought spirals in real time. 47:00 The mindset shift that frees you from fear. 51:15 The “opposite action” method to break unhealthy patterns. 54:30 Where to get Brooke's book + start healing today. RESOURCES Pre-order your copy of Brooke's book “Healing the Success Wound” HERE! Take the Success Wound Quiz HERE! Apply for the Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind HERE! Get on the waitlist for Mentor Collective Mastermind HERE! Try glōci for 40% off your first order with code HAPPY at checkout - head to getgloci.com FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Brooke: @brookevtaylor