Almost 30

781. High Achieving, But Still Unhappy? The Reason Will Surprise You


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In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Dr. Judith Joseph, a Columbia-trained psychiatrist, researcher, and thought leader on hidden depression in high achievers. Get ready for a girl-to-girl chat on breaking free from the productivity trap and finding real joy.


Peek behind the curtain of why so many millennial + Gen Z women feel “meh” even when life looks good on the outside. Dr. Judith spills the science of your personal happiness, reveals secret symptoms of depression, and shares her signature 5 Vs for unlocking more pleasure on the daily. 


Ready for the truth about hustle culture, creative burnout, and how "having it all" can sometimes leave us empty? You’ll laugh, nod, maybe cry a little—but most importantly, you’ll walk away with soul-nourishing tools to start living joyfully… starting now.


We also talk about:

  • Spotting the sneaky signs of high functioning depression 
  • The difference between joy + happiness
  • Why people-pleasing + perfectionism keep you unfulfilled
  • Differences in Gen Z vs. millennial struggles
  • Tech overload, burnout, and the new face of success
  • How spirituality + ritual can distract you
  • The role of social media in modern anxiety
  • Practical ways to reconnect with your values
  • The #1 therapy tool for shifting your mood 
  • Why “high achievers” don’t always have it all together

  • Resources

    • Book: HIGH FUNCTIONING: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy 
    • Instagram: @drjudithjoseph 
    • Facebook: @drjudithjoseph
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