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EPISODE · May 1, 2025 · 18 MIN

High-Achiever Pressure? Let’s Talk.

from Listen Up with Sim & Isha · host Simran Handa & Isha Kumar

Ever tried to be the responsible one, the overachiever, or the girl who’s always “okay” — just to feel enough?In this episode, we unpack the invisible “awards” we've been chasing our whole lives. From seeking universal approval to never failing and pushing ourselves into burnout, we dive deep into what these expectations have cost us — and what finally helped us let them go.It’s not always easy to admit we’re not okay, but sometimes, opening up is the first step to letting go of the pressure we put on ourselves.Expect a mix of laughs, realizations, and those “wait… same!” moments. This one’s personal, reflective, and relatable.🎙 Hosted by Simran & Isha — two online friends navigating life one honest conversation at a time.Join us as we talk about life’s ups and downs, and how embracing imperfection might just be the key to finding peace.📲 Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/listen_up.pod 

Ever tried to be the responsible one, the overachiever, or the girl who’s always “okay” — just to feel enough?In this episode, we unpack the invisible “awards” we've been chasing our whole lives. From seeking universal approval to never failing and pushing ourselves into burnout, we dive deep into what these expectations have cost us — and what finally helped us let them go.It’s not always easy to admit we’re not okay, but sometimes, opening up is the first step to letting go of the pressure we put on ourselves.Expect a mix of laughs, realizations, and those “wait… same!” moments. This one’s personal, reflective, and relatable.🎙 Hosted by Simran & Isha — two online friends navigating life one honest conversation at a time.Join us as we talk about life’s ups and downs, and how embracing imperfection might just be the key to finding peace.📲 Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/listen_up.pod

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Ever tried to be the responsible one, the overachiever, or the girl who’s always “okay” — just to feel enough?In this episode, we unpack the invisible “awards” we've been chasing our whole lives. From seeking universal approval to never failing and...

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