156: Why Achievement Addiction Costs You the Relief You Can't See Yet

You had a plan, and something happened anyway. Maybe the deal fell through, or the system got hacked, or you landed on a third-floor apartment with no working elevator on move-in day in 98-degree South Carolina heat. You know how this goes. Then you did what you always do under pressure: attempt to control it or fix it— even in the situation when you can't. That's the exact moment the real cost shows up. Understand why the obstacle in front of you right now isn't your problem and why it won't cost you as much as your reaction to it. When panic takes over, your left brain goes into hyperdrive trying to solve something that hasn't finished happening yet. This unfortunately is exactly when the part of your brain that could spot the advantage hiding in the mess checks out. In this episode, you'll learn how choosing reality, without the toxic positivity spin, clears space to see what's possible—even better. I'll walk you through three questions that will help you see the potential advantages inside whatever you're facing right now. And I'll tell you about the day I tested every bit of this: a broken elevator, a misplaced key, and a headboard that would not budge until 10:30 that night. The win came from the next smallest step, taken by someone who had already decided this obstacle would not be what stopped her. Our mission is to help you become unstoppable, enabling you to do your best work of your career while enjoying more inner peace and freedom. Head to ritahyland.com and sign up to receive podcast announcements and exclusive tips to unleash more of your creativity, productivity, and ingenuity in your work and at home. If this episode was helpful for you… Share it with someone who will also benefit from hearing it. That way, we all improve. Also, be sure to leave a review on Apple Podcasts, letting me know what you enjoy about Playing Full Out and any questions you have. Your topic may be used as the subject for a future episode! Show Notes https://www.ritahyland.com/why-achievement-addiction-costs-you-relief Connect with Rita on LinkedIn: ★Rita (Wetterstroem) Hyland★