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3674: Underachieving Never Felt So Good. Here's Why by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People


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Episode 3674:

Cylon George invites readers to embrace the surprising joy of underachievement by challenging society’s obsession with constant productivity. By stepping off the treadmill of striving, he discovers a deeper sense of purpose, presence, and peace in simply being himself, offering a liberating path to those feeling overwhelmed or stuck in the pursuit of “more.”

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.spirituallivingforbusypeople.com/underachieving-never-felt-so-good

Quotes to ponder:

"Underachieving never felt so good."

"I no longer feel compelled to prove myself or impress anyone."

"I’m learning to be okay with not knowing what’s next."

Episode references:

The Surrender Experiment: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Experiment-Journey-Lifes-Perfection/dp/080414110X

The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319

The Untethered Soul: https://www.amazon.com/Untethered-Soul-Journey-Beyond-Yourself/dp/1572245379

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