The High Functioning Stress Addict – When the money is good but life is not

The High Functioning Stress Addict – When the money is good but life is not

The Chase Life Podcast

The money is good… life is not! You’re stressed, overwhelmed and largely functioning on autopilot. At the start of your career you launched yourself into work. You were driven, hard working and took responsibility. Some of that drive came from...

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27:4226 Jan 2023

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Overcoming High-Functioning Stress: Rachel and David Godfrey’s Insights

There's this glass ceiling that you're never going to break through because you can't handle the degrees of uncertainty.

Ever feel like you’re running on fumes, even though your career is soaring? In this episode of The Chase Life Podcast, Rachel and David Godfrey tackle the issue of high-functioning stress addiction. They dive into how traits like perfectionism and a constant need to 'do' can propel your career but also trap you in a cycle of stress and overwhelm.

These habits might have gotten you to where you are now, but they could be the very things holding you back from true success and happiness. Rachel and David break down the hidden pitfalls of being driven by ambition and responsibility. They discuss how these traits, while initially beneficial, can become self-destructive if not managed properly.

You’ll hear about the 'human doing' mentality and the 'helper or fixer' mindset, and how these patterns can bleed into your personal life, keeping you stuck in survival mode. The Godfreys emphasize the importance of shifting to a growth mindset to break through this invisible barrier. They share practical tips and strategies to help you manage stress, reclaim your energy, and start building a life by design rather than default.

If you’re a professional or business owner feeling overwhelmed and frustrated despite your successes, this episode offers valuable insights to help you find balance and fulfillment. So, if you're ready to stop merely surviving and start thriving, tune in to learn how to break free from high-functioning stress addiction and achieve success in all areas of your life.

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