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Overcoming the Fear of Insufficiency
The pursuit of success may not be the answer to overcoming deep-rooted fears of insufficiency, as no amount of success may be enough if the drive comes from such fears. Instead, it may be helpful to focus on removing obstacles to reach satisfaction and happiness, rather than constantly striving for more success.
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Many high performers are driven by a fear of insufficiency rather than a desire to be better, leading to sacrificing happiness for success.
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Many high performers are driven by a fear of insufficiency rather than a desire to be better, leading to sacrificing happiness for success.
ChapterOvercoming the Fear of Insufficiency
Episode#589 - 14 Lessons from 5 Years Of Modern Wisdom
PodcastModern Wisdom
The concept of insufficiency adaptation entails that if one's drive stems from a fear of inadequacy and success is achieved, yet feelings of insufficiency persist, success may not be the solution.
14:27 - 19:14 (04:46)
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The concept of insufficiency adaptation entails that if one's drive stems from a fear of inadequacy and success is achieved, yet feelings of insufficiency persist, success may not be the solution. Instead, removing obstacles may be a better approach.