21. Stuck on the High Achiever’s Hamster Wheel: How Slowing Down & Self-Reflection Help You Reconnect to Yourself and Live with Purpose Every Day (with Ben Normoyle)

"I had reached the highest point of achievement in my career, and I remember sitting there in the middle of all of that and just felt empty on the inside. And I thought, something's not right here. This isn't how it was meant to feel." – Ben NormoyleIn this episode, Ben Normoyle, Chief Commercial Officer at Fisher & Paykel, shares his personal journey from high-achieving executive to a more grounded, self-aware leader.Despite outward success, Ben found himself feeling disconnected and unfulfilled, leading him to embark on a deep journey of self-reflection, coaching, and therapy. We explore thehidden costs of high performance, the power of slowing down, and how getting clear on and intentionally connecting to his purpose and values—like trust and connection—transformed both his leadership and personal life.Today on Limitless:- The Trap of the Hamster Wheel: Why high achievers stay stuck in cycles of hustle and external validation- Success vs. Fulfillment: Why reaching the top doesn’t always bring the satisfaction we expect- The Power of Slowing Down: Recognizing when you're out of balance, triggered or stressed and creating space for reflection and self-connection- Reframing Failure & Imposter Syndrome: Why embracing mistakes and vulnerability leads to deeper confidence and leadership- Parenting & Leadership Parallels: How conscious leadership at work and home starts with emotional awareness- Curiosity Over Judgment: The shift from reactive responses to intentional, values-driven leadershipIf you’ve ever felt like you weredoing everything right but still felt something was missing, this episode is for you. Ben’s story is a powerful reminder that real success isn’t just about achieving more—it’s about aligning who you are with how you lead and live.Connect with Ben:LinkedIn:Ben NormoyleInstagram:BenNormoyleConnect with Fiona:Private Coaching:Work with meInstagram: @fionawalshcoachingLinkedIn:Fiona WalshEmail: [email protected]