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What if your self-doubt wasn’t a flaw—but a clue?

In this powerful episode, behavioral strategist and award-winning leadership expert Shadé Zahrai shares the 3 psychological traps that sabotage success—and how to break free.

This conversation blends research, real talk, and practical tools to help you stop overthinking and start moving forward—confidently.

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[00:02] Shade shares how success, fulfillment, and growth are often blocked not by skill—but by psychology.

[03:45] Discover the three common patterns that hold high performers back: Failure to Launch, Treading Water, and Destination Obsession.

[07:10] Unpacking the cycle of achievement addiction—why reaching goals doesn't always bring satisfaction, and what to do instead.

[10:30] Learn the transformative habit that helps reclaim presence, celebrate progress, and stop chasing the next goal without rest.

[18:45] Why waiting to "feel ready" is a trap—and how to take meaningful action even when self-doubt is loud.

[24:20] Shade explains how to stop tying self-worth to productivity or accolades—and how that shift unlocks long-term success.

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