We’ve been told that success requires sacrifice: work harder, hustle longer, deny yourself pleasure, and eventually you’ll be rewarded. But what if that story is holding you back?

In this episode of Dare to Be Free, I dismantle the myth that wealth and freedom come through deprivation. Many high achievers feel exhausted, unfulfilled, and stuck — not because they haven’t “worked enough,” but because they’ve been running an old story of proving their worth.

We’ll explore:

• Why hustle and sacrifice leave even the most successful people feeling empty

• How the belief that you must “earn” your abundance keeps you in overdrive

• How to shift from proving yourself to acting from alignment, joy, and self-trust

• Practical steps to build wealth, success, and freedom without giving up your energy, pleasure, or life

If you’re ready to stop grinding, stop over-proving, and start creating a life of aligned abundance, this episode is for you.

Ready to deepen your self-trust and step into freedom? Connect with me at ⁠carriebradley.com⁠ or on IG ⁠@carriebradleycoaching⁠.