Have you ever built a life that looked perfect on paper yet still felt something was missing? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim talk about what happens when outward success does not match inner fulfilment, and why even the dream job can feel wrong. They share their own experiences of redefining success, moving through fear, and learning to listen when life no longer fits. They also dive into the traps of identity, expectations, and comfort, and how to break free by being honest about what you truly want. Together, they explore how courage, mentorship, and self-awareness can help you rebuild a life that actually feels like yours. Tune in to discover how letting go of success on paper can open the door to freedom, purpose, and authentic success.

Key Points From This Episode:

• Learn what ‘success on paper’ really means and why it can still leave you unfulfilled.
• Hear how Elin avoided the trap by daring to pivot early and follow her instincts.
• The success trap: identity tied to title, recognition, and stability, but still feeling caged.
• Discover the common signs that it is time for you to move on and how to reframe fear.
• Explore the difference between negative and positive stress and their impact on fulfilment.
• Find out why feeling off or unfulfilled does not equate to failure and what it actually means.
• Practical steps for creating the life you want and how working with a mentor can help.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn