319 I Why Success Left Me Depressed I The Obvious Choice Podcast

In this episode, I discuss my unexpected bout of depression following the successful launch of my book "The Obvious Choice," revealing how the completion of a major project left me feeling empty despite its commercial success. Through this experience, I explore the paradox of achievement and purpose, arguing that the real reward lies not in completing projects but in the transformative journey of working on them.Order my book "The Obvious Choice" here: https://amzn.to/4ghBzceNot sure if you want to get my book, “The Obvious Choice”? Here’s a free sample to check out: https://www.theptdc.com/the-obvious-choice-free-chapterWho Am I?Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal Trainer Development Center and host of the popular Obvious Choice podcast, a top show for coaches, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Jon’s been featured in most major business and fitness publications including Men’s Health, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Robb Report, Inc., and many more. Over 200,000 coaches and small business owners in more than 120 countries have purchased business development materials from him. Follow me on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itscoachgoodman/X: https://x.com/itscoachgoodmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-goodman/My co-hosts:Ren Jones https://www.instagram.com/fitnessjonestraining/Amber Reynolds https://www.instagram.com/amberreynolds.me/Subscribe to my free weekly newsletter "5 Reps Friday" read by 73,000+ each week: https://www.theptdc.com/newsletter-subscribeGet my FREE "Jacked Nerds Reading List" here: https://www.theptdc.com/11-best-books-for-jacked-nerdsJoin my Online Trainer Mentorship program: https://onlinetrainermentorship.com/mentorship/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=OTMEvergreenTimestamps0:00 Jonathan Goodman introduction0:33 Personal Reflection on Post-Book Depression1:06 The Portuguese Fisherman Parable5:18 The Paradox of Process vs Outcome6:20 Reflection on Ghost-Written Books vs Personal Writing7:52 The Obvious Choice Book Release Experience9:35 Dealing with Unexpected Depression11:14 Learning from the Experience & Getting Back to Work15:53 Story About the Wealthy Oil Businessman17:35 Retirement & Finding Purpose19:55 "Boring Not Vacant" Concept21:18 Critique of Living Without Projects23:20 Story About Friend's Movie Podcast24:34 Reflections on High School Friends' Reunion & Closing