High achievers often struggle with imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and people-pleasing, leading to severe self-criticism when faced with failures. Sara's experience illustrates this internal conflict, as she blamed herself for a campaign's shortcomings, prioritizing work over wellbeing. Experts like Amy Finlay-Jones stress the importance of self-compassion, not as self-indulgence, but as a means to replace self-judgment with understanding. Research shows that cultivating self-compassion can enhance leadership effectiveness and wellbeing, challenging the mindset that equates self-worth with output.
I spiraled into harsh self-criticism, working excessive hours, and neglecting my wellbeing to try and make up for what we'd lost. I knew I was being too hard on myself, but...
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