Best Of: Achievement Addiction

In our last in the "best of" series, we're exploring that ever-abundant achievement addiction -- its roots, societal pressures, and impact on mental health. Sam and Alexis share the highs and lows of their own ambition, providing firsthand accounts and valuable insights. Discover practical strategies for breaking free from the relentless pursuit of success, finding true fulfillment, and insights on what's worked for us to help redefine success and prioritize well-being.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What achievement addiction looks like
• Why we are choosing to add more to our plates
• Our personal experiences with achievement addiction
• How comparison fuels our achievement addiction
• When we chase what other people are doing, we miss out on giving our full selves to the world
• Being able to let things go

Resources and links for this episode:

• “Burnout” by Emily + Amelia Nagoski

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