The Achievement Trap: Why So Many High Achievers Aren’t Thriving (and How to Break Free)

Why the traditional playbook for success is broken—and how to rewrite it so you can truly flourish. 

Most of us were handed a definition of success—climb higher, achieve more, never stop—without questioning if it actually leads to a good life. In this episode of Better Than This, Meghan French Dunbar shares her personal story of achievement addiction, burnout, and rebuilding her life around something deeper. You'll learn why traditional ambition leaves so many high achievers unfulfilled, the science behind flourishing, and three powerful practices to help you redefine success on your own terms.

If you're tired of chasing goals that don’t deliver the life you want, this episode will help you start writing a better story.