Success isn’t always what it seems.

In this episode of More Than Before, Rebecca Faust shares her journey from high-achieving perfectionist to living a life of alignment, courage, and purpose.

After experiencing burnout, anxiety, and the loss of her mother at a young age, Rebecca began to question everything she thought success was supposed to be.

This conversation dives into:

• Why high achievers often feel unfulfilled
• The difference between confidence and courage
• How burnout can actually lead to clarity
• Letting go of perfection and embracing authenticity
• Finding purpose beyond performance

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—this episode is for you.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Courage vs Confidence
00:13 When Success Feels Empty
05:04 The Drive Behind Overachievement
12:01 Transitioning Into Career Success
17:13 Burnout & Wake-Up Calls
19:07 Loss, Perspective & Purpose
25:00 Authenticity in Relationships
30:15 Anxiety & “Not Enough”
35:08 Expanding Beyond Self-Help
40:15 Breaking Isolation & Taboo Topics
44:06 Speaking Truth & Gaining Clarity
49:03 Identifying Fear Patterns
50:28 Why High Achievers Don’t Stop
52:03 Learning to Step Back
55:56 Creative Growth & Identity
58:28 Living with Presence
1:00:33 Becoming More Than Before

💡 Key Takeaways

• Courage—not confidence—is what creates change
• Burnout is often a signal of misalignment
• You are not your achievements
• Growth requires honesty, vulnerability, and action
• The life you want is often on the other side of fear

🔗 Connect with Rebecca Faust

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-faust/

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And ask yourself:

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