398. I Made $1 Million in One Year and Was the Most Miserable I've Ever Been: The Dark Side of Success

Your success can't be measured by how much money you make. Many entrepreneurs set that $1 million milestone for their business thinking that on the other side of that number, they'll find fulfillment and happiness. The reality is that making a million dollars doesn't paint the whole picture of success. The real markers of success aren't represented in numbers on paper. Breaking old family patterns and internal conditioning, creating a happy life with your family, and living a life you don't want to run away from are the true reflections of a life created well. In this episode, you will learn about: What I did to look like a "powerhouse mom" and why it was a lie. How the illusion of success shows up in life and business. The way people project success on social media versus the reality of it. The pressure of building a family while building a business too. The hidden tax on achievement that took me too long to figure out. Three stages of entrepreneurial burnout and what it looked like for me. The big mistake I made out of sheer exhaustion and how it traumatized me. What kind of changes I had to make to crawl my way out of burnout. What creating a more productive environment looks like, especially for women.     Today's episode is brought to you by LinkedVA. Transform your business growth with expert virtual team members who handle your essential tasks. Visit LinkedVA.com to discover how their virtual assistants can give you back valuable time in your day.   Get 10% off your Sage Haus House Manager today! Use code: SAGEHAUSWILD   Check out The Pink Skirt Project, happening June 11-12, 2026 in Kelowna, BC, Canada.   Want to get unstuck, feel more confident and surround yourself with women ready to help you climb? Join The Pink Skirt Society.     Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. Connect with Renée: @renee_warren www.reneewarren.com