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Everyday Unicorn
The Myth of Extraordinary Success
Season 1, Ep. 4
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Are you feeling unsatisfied at work? Struggling to find moments of joy in the grind of everyday pressures?
In this installment of Everyday Unicorn, Elizabeth unpacks society's fixation on extraordinary success, urging listeners to embrace the beauty of everyday moments and dispelling the notion that extraordinary accomplishments guarantee extraordinary happiness.
Tune in and you will:
- Unpack our cultural obsession with extraordinary achievements and success and how it shows up in your life.
- Orient your brain to find satisfaction in the ordinary moments of life, rather than constantly striving for extraordinary accomplishments.
- Perform simple exercises to identify what brings you relief, peace of mind, or pleasure, so you can feel more fulfilled on a daily basis.
Want to dive deeper? Check out additional tools and coaching resources from Elizabeth.
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