EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 12 MIN
Why You Need to Be a Little Delusional to Succeed
from feelgoodery · host Kyle Buchanan
If you’ve been overthinking everything lately, or stopping yourself before you start - today's episode is for you. Because sometimes what’s holding you back isn’t a lack of information, it’s having too much of it. Too much analysis, too much self-awareness, too many reasons not to start. . . So in this 12 minute episode, we're doin a little pep talk - and talking about why being a little delusional might be exactly what you need.In this episode, we cover:✔️ Why overthinking and high self-awareness can quietly keep you stuck✔️ The difference between ego-driven delusion vs. grounded self-belief✔️ What “optimism bias” is, and why successful people use it (whether they realize it or not)✔️ How being “realistic” can become an excuse to stay small✔️ Why you don’t need confidence before you start✔️ Real-life examples: fitness, career moves, creative projects, and hard conversations✔️ Why trying (even if you fail) always moves you forward✔️ today's feelgood thing If you’ve been waiting to feel ready, certain, or confident before making a move… this episode is your nudge to do it anyways. Got a Feelgood Thing?DM me on Instagram @itskyleb or email [email protected]
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If you’ve been overthinking everything lately, or stopping yourself before you start - today's episode is for you. Because sometimes what’s holding you back isn’t a lack of information, it’s having too much of it. Too much analysis, too much self-awareness, too many reasons not to start. . . So in this 12 minute episode, we're doin a little pep talk - and talking about why being a little delusional might be exactly what you need. In this episode, we cover: ✔️ Why overthinking and ...
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