434: The Addiction (+ Cost) of Constant Achievement with Israa Nasir

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In this episode, Natalie Ellis sits down with psychotherapist and digital health strategist Israa Nasir to tackle the trending issue of toxic productivity. They explore how high-achieving entrepreneurs can break free from the addiction of “doing more” and redefine success to match their balancing point. Whether you’re constantly chasing the next goal, feeling chronically behind, or struggling to balance your personal life and business, this episode offers practical steps to help you prioritize mental health and find your “enough” point.

TIMESTAMPS

04:24 Navigating the Mental Health System

07:10 The Illusion of an Optimized Life

15:40 Breaking Free from Societal Timelines

21:30 The Paradox of Achievement and Fulfillment

27:40 Finding Balance as an Entrepreneur

30:05 Intentional Living and Life Audits

31:40 The Importance of Unplugging and Self-Care

41:45 Overcoming Over-Functioning and Toxic Productivity

47:30 Creating Healthy Routines for Balance

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