Identifying the Hyper-Achiever Saboteur: Finding the Right Balance between Success and Well-Being
Saboteurs are thought patterns that operate in our minds, often on an unconscious level, and drive us to engage in self-sabotaging behaviors. These thought patterns can be very powerful and may impact many areas of our lives, including decision-making, problem-solving, and risk-taking.
This month’s Saboteur highlight is the Hyper-Achiever.
Positive Intelligence® describes the Hyper-Achiever Saboteur as a strong need for external validation through constant performance and achievement. This focus on external validation can lead to unsustainable workaholic tendencies and may cause individuals to lose touch with deeper emotional and relationship needs. By recognizing and managing this saboteur, individuals can learn to leverage their strengths in a healthy way and avoid falling into negative patterns of behavior.
Individuals with a strong Hyper-Achiever saboteur are highly driven to succeed and achieve their goals, but their underlying insecurities and self-doubt can lead them to engage in self-sabotaging behaviors.
In simpler terms, although you possess numerous degrees and credentials, and are regarded as an expert in your field, you may be experiencing burnout, exhaustion, and a lack of motivation on the…
