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Jodi Wellman, a positive psychology expert, was an executive leader for 17 years but realized that achieving the pinnacle of success wasn't bringing her any joy. She previously held executive positions at companies like The Sports Clubs of Canada and Bally Total Fitness. "I was probably at the end of what I could do with that company, my proverbial glass ceiling," she said. Wellman said her whole identity rested on her career, so the feelings of hopelessness and fear were intensified as a result. What she realized was that she had pinned all her hopes on finding meaning through work while overlooking every other aspect of her life.
Persons: Jodi Wellman, Wellman, I'd Organizations: CNBC, Sports Clubs of Canada, Bally
The thought of no longer existing is too painful and grim for many to bear and is frequently avoided, but one psychology expert thinks people need to face their fear of death head-on to live more fulfilling lives. "Most people like to count their money and I like to say how about we also count our Mondays?" This serves as a reminder of the scarcity of time, pushing people to take action in their lives. When you remember how many days you have left, you're more likely to book that tennis lesson. "If you were going to die tonight what would you wish you had taken action on?
Persons: Jodi Wellman, Wellman Organizations: CNBC, University of Pennsylvania
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