Why Success Still Leaves You Feeling Empty

What happens when you achieve the business, income, status, or lifestyle you were chasing—and something still feels off?In this episode of The Expert Method, Ian sits down with David Prosper, known as The Clarity Guy, to explore why outward success does not always create inner fulfillment. They unpack the difference between chasing a position and developing a purpose, why social comparison keeps high achievers stuck, and how confidence is built through consistency rather than external validation.The conversation also explores why service can become a deeper source of fulfillment, how social media distorts our definition of success, and why embracing mortality can help us live with more intention. David shares a practical way to think about clarity: you do not need to know the entire path—you need to know your next right step.===============David’s Links:- Website: https://theclarityguy.co/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarityguy- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theclarityguyFinding Clarity: Your Guide to Peace, Purpose and Prosperity:https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Clarity-Guide-Purpose-Prosperity/dp/B0FMJQPLTN===============Download the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:0:00 Episode Highlight0:51 Success That Still Feels Empty1:24 Position vs. Purpose4:10 The Comparison Trap6:09 Outwork Imposter Syndrome9:44 Fulfillment Through Service12:31 Why Serving Others Matters16:21 Social Media and Comparison20:08 Stop Outsourcing Your Worth23:11 Use Success as a Blueprint25:00 Who Must You Become?26:25 Clarity Is the Next Step27:56 Live With Daily Intention29:00 Mortality Makes Life Clear31:36 What Do You Really Want?32:34 Purpose Over Money36:03 Purpose vs. Fulfillment37:53 When Something Feels Off42:08 Stillness Creates Clarity44:27 Clarity and Progress44:54 Episode Takeaway