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Why Are We Still Doing That? – Success is Yours to Define

Blog / Podcast

Our blog and podcast dive into the real stories and everyday strategies behind building a No Vacation Required life. We challenge outdated norms, share fresh perspectives, and explore what it means to find fulfillment right now—in a world that rarely makes it easy.

Why Are We Still Doing That? – Success is Yours to Define

No Vacation Required

Redefining Success: Why Personal Measures Matter More Than Corporate Goals

Are you chasing a version of success that doesn't actually belong to you? We dive into the "L" of their LIFE philosophy – letting go of preconceived notions of success. We explore how we often adopt the "dream of the planet" for our careers and relationships, leading to a life that feels impressive on paper but draining in reality.

From the secret to staying effective at work without succumbing to "workism" to a major schema-breaking moment in their own relationship, this episode is a guide to reclaiming your agency. Learn why the most romantic moments aren't grand gestures but small, intentional choices, and why you should never let a "margarita-fueled" tradition dictate your worth.

Onward and Inward,

CHAPTERS:

  • (00:00) Why are we still doing that?

  • (01:54) The "L" in LIFE: Letting go of preconceived success

  • (03:48) Secret KPIs: Personalizing your career measures

  • (05:35) Is having personal goals "cheating" on your company?

  • (07:16) The "Hyper-Trad" Trap: When external success masks internal disconnect

  • (10:32) The Chicago Incident: A turning point in travel and stress

  • (13:38) Schema Breakers: Recognizing when the standard path is unhealthy

  • (15:19) Documentary Dreams: Redefining romance in the small moments

  • (18:58) The Cabo Girls: Why you shouldn't "marry up" for the wrong reasons

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Internal KPIs: You can achieve corporate goals to stay employed, but you should maintain a secret, personal set of measures for your own growth and fulfillment.

  • The Power of Small Moments: A successful relationship isn't built on once-in-a-lifetime events; it is sustained in the small, present moments right in front of you.

  • Relationship Agency: Just because friends, family, or society view your situation as "successful" doesn't mean it is healthy for your specific partnership.

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