Breaking Free from Success Traps: Reclaim Your Power and Redefine Success

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Have you ever achieved something impressive only to discover it
didn't bring the fulfillment you expected? This episode shares
the powerful journey of a client (called "Jessie" for privacy)
who found herself in exactly this position – working on the most
prestigious project of her career yet feeling profoundly
unhappy.

The story begins with an unexpected phone call after a podcast
recording. Despite being among the most accomplished, confident,
and creative people I know, Jessie reached out in a moment of
vulnerability to share her struggle. Though externally
successful, she was miserable, and her prestigious position was
negatively affecting both her performance and personal life. This
moment of courage – what Brené Brown would describe as "the
willingness to show up and be seen, even when vulnerable and
afraid" – became the catalyst for profound transformation.

Our work together centered around a simple but powerful insight:
Jessie already knew the answers she needed but hadn't been asking
herself the right questions. Through our sessions, she redefined
what success truly meant to her, recognizing that her strengths
were tools to be used intentionally rather than defaults that
should dictate her path. Three months later, Jessie made the bold
decision to walk away from the prestigious project, creating a
life of her own design that brought genuine happiness and
fulfillment.

This episode reminds us that success is deeply personal. The very
achievements we chase can sometimes stand in the way of becoming
who we truly want to be. As you listen, I encourage you to
reflect on your own definition of success. Are you living in
alignment with your values, or letting external expectations
guide your choices? You know the answers – you just need to start
asking the right questions.


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