Hard on Yourself? | 362

You ever catch yourself thinking, I’m too hard on myself?
You hit a goal.
And before you even take a breath, your brain says, Cool. What’s next?

You’re not broken. You’re built to grow. 
But you might be running out of oxygen.

Old you pushes harder.
New you can move cleaner.

Here’s what you’ll hear inside:

• The hidden cost of “being hard on yourself” and how slowing down can actually make you faster.
• Why raising the bar before celebrating the last win can cut your drive’s ROI in half. 
• Why you can hit 10 goals and still feel behind. 
• How to bank wins so they drive you forward.
• How ease can become your edge. 

 This episode is for Founders/Execs who:

• Move from goal to goal and still feel behind.
• Can’t turn off their mind after a win.
• Want to turn pressure into fuel without losing their edge.

Key takeaways

• “Hard on yourself” is just misdirected hunger.
• Gratitude doesn’t cancel drive — it sharpens it.
• Forward doesn’t always mean fast. Sometimes fast slows you down.
• You can want more and love where you are. Both fit.
• You can be a chaser and chase hard forever. Or a builder who builds momentum that works even when you rest.
• When you stop fighting your standards and start using them, one small reframe changes everything.

Find your big domino. Get yourself in the right gear. Then watch how fast ease can become your edge. That’s where the real power starts

What to do next:

→ Share this with the founder who’s always chasing the next thing but secretly running on fumes. Ask them, “What would moving cleaner look like for you this week?”
→ Follow Dr. Yishai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/
→ Book a Pattern-Break Session (link on LinkedIn page) to experience it firsthand (limited spots).

 About the Podcast

Built for high-performers who don’t need help.
Just leverage.
This is the show that breaks what quietly kills performance at scale.
Especially the mental patterns slowing down even the smartest execs and founders.
If you never want to get dragged down by pressure, burnout, or hesitation… welcome home.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr. Yishai Barkhordari.

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance.

All examples and stories are illustrative. Results are not guaranteed and will vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.

Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.

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