EPISODE · Nov 7, 2025 · 10 MIN
Why You Always Feel Behind, Even When You’re Winning (Vault)
from Balance & Beyond · host Jo Stone
There's power in holding two perspectives simultaneously rather than falling into black and white thinking that dominates much of self-help literature. We can embrace both the gap (what we still want) and the gain (how far we've come), allowing us to celebrate progress while still pursuing growth.• The gap is the space between where we are now and where we want to be• Living only in the gap creates feelings of "not enough" and triggers unhealthy striving• Many high achievers believe focusing on shortcomings is necessary for motivation• Living in the gain means celebrating progress and acknowledging growth• Contrary to fears, celebrating achievements actually accelerates progress• Embracing duality allows us to hold both perspectives simultaneously• Compassion is essential when moving between gratitude and desire• Approaching goals from worthiness creates better results than approaching from lack• Our self-talk broadcasts energy that either attracts or repels what we want• Simple daily practice: reflect on achievements before bed rather than focusing on shortfallsIf this resonated, share it with a friend who needs to hear it today, and don't forget to subscribe to Balance and Beyond for full episodes and more of these bite-sized breakthroughs.Send a text message to JoThe Balance & Beyond Podcast Hosted by Jo Stone, founder of The Balance InstituteFor women who are already succeeding, but beginning to wonder if they're willing to keep losing themselves in the process.We know high achievers, because we are one. This podcast draws on Jo's 20 years in global leadership and thousands of hours coaching executives and ambitious women: the patterns she sees, how to untangle them, and what it actually takes to keep your success without paying for it with yourself.If something landed today, there's more where that came from.And if you know a woman this would resonate with, send it her way.🎙️https://www.balanceinstitute.com/podcast 🔗 www.balanceinstitute.com💼https://au.linkedin.com/in/stonejoanne📷 @therealjostone
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There's power in holding two perspectives simultaneously rather than falling into black and white thinking that dominates much of self-help literature. We can embrace both the gap (what we still want) and the gain (how far we've come), allowing us to celebrate progress while still pursuing growth. • The gap is the space between where we are now and where we want to be • Living only in the gap creates feelings of "not enough" and triggers unhealthy striving • Many high achievers believe focus...
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