Why do you always feel behind and how do you finally break the cycle?
In a world driven by comparison, unrealistic timelines and constant pressure to succeed, many of us quietly live with the feeling of “not being enough.”
In this episode of Reborn, we unpack where that feeling comes from, and how to let it go.
I’m honored to welcome Akram Berkani, athlete and entrepreneur based in Dubai.
Once a pharmacist in France who chose to leave everything behind to pursue a completely different life, Akram’s journey embodies discipline, resilience and the courage to redefine success on his own terms.
Behind the glamour of high-level performance, he also faced constant comparison, failure, self-doubt and inner pressure.
Today, he shares powerful insights to help you reprogram your mindset and stop measuring your life against someone else’s timeline.
This conversation is for you if you feel behind compared to others, you struggle with comparison on social media, you feel like you “missed” your year, and you’re entering a new year with anxiety instead of clarity.
In this episode, we explore:
– Why toxic comparison keeps you stuck
– How to stop tying your worth to results
– How to turn failure into redirection
– How to set goals aligned with your vision, not society’s expectations
– How to rebuild confidence and self-worth
– How to start 2026 with clarity, intention and inner alignment
This episode is an invitation to remember: you are not late, you are right on time.
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(0:00) Introduction
(4:31) Partner Spotlight - Moonly
(5:18) Akram’s Childhood & Early Competitive Years
(7:23) How Comparison Quietly Destroys Your Confidence
(12:00) From Self-Doubt to Marathons: Akram’s Turning Point
(20:05) Healing Through the Process
(24:34) The Mindset Required to Overcome Life’s Obstacles
(38:10) How to Turn Failure into Redirection
(48:00) Navigating Doubt & Pressure
(51:00) Akram’s Mission & Vision
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