217: Navigating your un(Balanced) Life Character: The Lonely Achiever

Are you feeling isolated in your pursuit of success? You're not alone.

In this episode, Tiffany shares into the concept of another un(Balanced) character, the "Lonely Achiever" and explores the pitfalls of prioritizing career and self over family. If you've ever felt like no one understands the pressures you face or how to balance the extraordinary with the ordinary, this episode is for you. Tiffany not only identifies these challenges but also provides practical strategies to help you reconnect with your loved ones without sacrificing your goals.

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Like this series? Check out the other un(Balanced) Character episodes here:

•  The Pursuit of Balance
•  Who is your (un)Balanced Character?
•  Navigating your un(Balanced) Life Character: The Lonely Acheiver
•  Navigating your un(Balanced) Life Character: The Fearful Loyalist

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Timestamps:

[00:00] Intro

[01:45] Defining the "Life of And" with the Venn diagram – career, self, and family

[02:33] Introducing the "Lonely Achiever"

[04:17] The three unbalanced characters

[06:11] Characteristics of the "Lonely Achiever"

[09:59] Strategies for engaging with kids

[12:10] Emphasizing connection through parental interests

[15:17] Encouraging mother's acceptance of multitasking

[18:01] Providing grace to oneself when balancing family and work