This piece really made me think. Since I’m a gray thinking type of a person, my initial reaction was: it depends. Of course, this could be the unhealthy root of wanting success. But at the same time it could come from an origin of manifesting. Of wanting to share, the gifts that one has with the world and their company. Any thoughts?
A few friends said the same. They are ambitious, but it doesn't come from trauma or lack, instead it's just a fun "How far can I go" type of game. My article is quite black & white, reality is much more colourful. Thank you for leaving the comment :)
Also, what I really loved about your piece was the extent about how much what’s on the outside is truly a reflection of what’s inside. Although many people say it, your article truly embodied it. And you sound like you live it. That I truly loved.
A great article - spot on! I was also a trauma-driven overachiever, but primarily in my teenage years. I learned to let go when I realized how seeking approval would be a never-ending journey and then it was not worth it to me anymore. Love your success story! 🤍
Yeah, once you realise that people-pleasing is just a closed loop of pointlessness, you start making choices that actually please you. Thank you for leaving a comment 🤍
"You are what you do, even if there’s no outside recognition for it yet." - I needed to read this today, thank you. 🖤 xx
You're the second person to say this today—there must be something in the air. Thank you🖤
This piece really made me think. Since I’m a gray thinking type of a person, my initial reaction was: it depends. Of course, this could be the unhealthy root of wanting success. But at the same time it could come from an origin of manifesting. Of wanting to share, the gifts that one has with the world and their company. Any thoughts?
A few friends said the same. They are ambitious, but it doesn't come from trauma or lack, instead it's just a fun "How far can I go" type of game. My article is quite black & white, reality is much more colourful. Thank you for leaving the comment :)
Also, what I really loved about your piece was the extent about how much what’s on the outside is truly a reflection of what’s inside. Although many people say it, your article truly embodied it. And you sound like you live it. That I truly loved.
Oh wow, thank you! That is such a beautiful compliment. You see deeper layers I haven't even considered.
I guess it’s the part of you that’s in me 😂
Most high achievers are driven by trauma. They’re trying to fill a hole.
Oh my GOD truer words have nevrr been spoken
Thank you, Danny 🙏🏼
A great article - spot on! I was also a trauma-driven overachiever, but primarily in my teenage years. I learned to let go when I realized how seeking approval would be a never-ending journey and then it was not worth it to me anymore. Love your success story! 🤍
Yeah, once you realise that people-pleasing is just a closed loop of pointlessness, you start making choices that actually please you. Thank you for leaving a comment 🤍
I agree. 20 years in HR Management 🙂
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Very interesting piece! Thank you x