HeyJaredDiary of a High Achiever
A space for high-achieving women who are done performing success and are ready to build a life that actually feels like theirs — unfiltered stories, lessons, and the BTS of becoming your most authentic self.
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If you’re a high achiever, you probably owe yourself an apology (opens the original)
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I had two epiphanies while reflecting on the relationships I’ve had throughout my life (all kinds). One was humbling, and the other left me seething.<img alt="" class="sizing-normal" height="467" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bosl!,w_1456,c_limit
What if you used your ambition to build the life you actually want? (opens the original)
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It’s 7:00 pm on a Thursday, and I just slammed my laptop shut, concluding my workday. I wasn’t done with my work, but I was mentally done and on the verge of a breakdown. I slowly hunched my way over to the edge of my couch and collapsed into a fetal position, trying to console myself. I laid there for what felt like an eternity. I felt incredibly overstimulated and drained. I could physically feel an immense amount of stress in my body — as if a serial killer was chasing me.I had logged in arou
What if your biggest “downfall” is actually your way out? (opens the original)
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I recently watched the Martha documentary on Netflix, and I was quite intrigued by her story.I’ll admit that, while I knew of Martha Stewart, I didn’t actually subscribe to her in a way that kept me up to date with what was going on in her life. So while watching her documentary, I had no idea where her story was going. And I think it was actually a good thing to be introduced to her this way, because I watched from the perspective of learning about a person, not a brand.While most people are in
The weird grief of realizing people don't really know you (opens the original)
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I’m not even sure how to articulate what I’m about to share because it feels like a weird thing to say. But the truth is, I honestly don’t believe I’ve ever fully been known by anyone, ever.And I know people say that you should keep some things to yourself and whatnot, but that’s not what I mean. I mean I’ve never actually shown anyone the fullness of who I truly am.Subscribe nowI feel like there are multiple
Friendship Standards & Boundaries ALL High-Achieving Women MUST Have (opens the original)
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A few months ago, I went over to one of my friends’ houses to just sit with her.It was kinda last minute, which was unusual for me because my plans with friends are usually scheduled at least a week in advance. She was going through a hard time, so I offered to come over for an hour or so just to check on her and be there for her.I showed up in my Lululemon Define jacket, flare leggings, sneakers, and a Nike hat. No gift. No bottle of wine. No food. Just me.She welcomed me into her “messy” home
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