EP. 11 | Why Chasing Success Might Be Making You Miserable

Do you look successful… but feel completely drained inside?
In Episode 11 of Attention is the Currency, host Daniel Brimblecombe sits down with DJ Dickerson-Alejandrino, founder of Pleasure Led Life, to talk about burnout, performance addiction, and why hustle culture is failing high achievers.

DJ helps neurodivergent entrepreneurs, leaders, and overthinkers break free from the constant pressure to perform — and instead live with clarity, embodiment, and intentionality. If you've ever been called "the strong one" but feel like you're quietly falling apart... this conversation is your wake-up call.

🔍 What you'll learn:

How to recognize high-functioning burnout (and what to do about it)
The hidden cost of being “the strong one”
Why clarity beats consistency for lasting fulfillment
How to stop chasing success and start creating alignment
The key to shifting from performance to purpose

🎯 Keywords:
burnout recovery, high achiever mindset, performance addiction, productivity trap, hustle culture, intentional living, fulfillment vs success, clarity vs consistency, neurodivergent entrepreneurs, emotional clarity, personal growth, self-worth, redefining success, high-performance healing

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