• 5 To 9 Diary: Attention-Seeking, FOMO & The Trap of Superficial Relevance

  • Jan 29 2025
  • Length: 28 mins
  • Podcast

5 To 9 Diary: Attention-Seeking, FOMO & The Trap of Superficial Relevance

  • Summary

  • This episode is a mix of deep reflection, uncomfortable truths, and powerful insights. We’re talking about the worst-case scenario exercise—a thought experiment where you strip away everything and ask: What remains?

    We also dive into:
    ✅ The great balance between being grateful and knowing when you’re being exploited.
    ✅ Why you’re not a bad employee—you’re just new, and that’s okay.
    ✅ The need to feel relevant—why some people chase validation at work and in life.
    ✅ The fear of missing out (FOMO) and why I’m saying "no" more this year.

    It’s raw, real, and something you need to hear as we keep that New Year, New Me energy going. Let’s talk.

    Topics Covered:

    • The Worst-Case Scenario Exercise: What if you lost everything today?
    • Balancing Gratitude & Growth: Knowing when to be thankful vs. when to move on.
    • Instant Gratification & FOMO: Why overcommitting makes you feel stuck.
    • The Need to Feel Relevant: How we unknowingly seek validation at work & life.
    • Entrepreneurship vs. Learning the Basics: Why quitting your job isn’t always the answer.

    Key Takeaways:

    • The worst-case scenario exercise frees your mind from unnecessary fear.
    • You don’t need to prove yourself to be valuable—focus on real impact.
    • Overextending yourself for validation only leads to burnout.
    • Say yes to what truly matters, and no to distractions.

    🎙 Let’s Connect!

    • Have you ever done a worst-case scenario thought experiment? Let me know!
    • If this episode resonated, share it & tag me!

    Let’s grow together. 🚀

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