That empty feeling? Let's talk about it.

Have you ever reached a dream milestone only to find that exhilaration fading, leaving you wondering, “…is this it?” It’s a familiar struggle — the nagging sense that something’s missing, even when life seems perfect on paper.

A friend recently shared a profound moment after landing her “dream job”: “I have everything I wanted, but I’ve never felt more empty.” It made me reflect on something important:

To fill that void, consider this:

• Build something that matters to you, not your resume, something that you need no one else to validate.

• Create your own measures of success. Instead of “I need that promotion,” try “I want to master this skill because it fascinates me”.

• Practice saying no to opportunities that sound great but don’t feel right. Like that “prestigious” path that won’t light you up inside. Ask: “Do I want this job, or do I want other people to see me having this job?”

• Find joy in the journey, not just the destination. That promotion might feel good for a moment, but loving what you do brings lasting satisfaction.

🔆 Invitation for Today 🔆

This week, before diving into the next achievement chase, take a moment to ask yourself: “If no one else knew about this, would it still matter to me?”

And don’t hesitate to share your reflections with someone who’d get it.

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