by CJ McClanahan | Jul 4, 2024 | Blog
Overachievers believe joy, peace, and contentment will come “as soon as…” <> Many people live their lives following the “As Soon As” Principle. They believe that “I’ll spend more time with my family as soon as I have more time.” Or maybe...
by CJ McClanahan | Jun 27, 2024 | Blog
Two tactics to find some balance in a hyper-achieving world. <> The Overachiever’s Trap begins early in life. A little success feels good. We get recognized, and maybe win an award or two. Soon after that, though, the feeling goes away, and we teach ourselves...
by CJ McClanahan | Jun 20, 2024 | Blog
As achievers, it’s natural to assume in an argument that we’re always right. <> I like to think of myself as “enlightened” – open to the thoughts and opinions of others even if they’re completely different from my own. Unfortunately, this version of...
by CJ McClanahan | Jun 13, 2024 | Blog
Ever assume the best way to find happiness is the achieve more? <> More recognition, more stuff, more financial security, etc. I have. I assumed a direct correlation between my sense of contentment and my resume/bank statement/LinkedIn profile. This focus led to...
by CJ McClanahan | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog
Ever find yourself asking this question on vacation? <> This past weekend, I was on a trip with my family. More times than I’d like to admit, I found myself looking to the future and asking, “what’s next?” Like most overachievers, I...
