Dr. Paul Conti: Why High Achievers Still Feel “Not Enough”

You can find more from Miguel here:https://www.cfsrecovery.co/nsha-product#row-5ufaJLABfuhttps://www.cfsrecovery.co/whenwillthesymptomsgoawayhttps://www.cfsrecovery.co/black-white-guidehttps://www.cfsrecovery.co/applyhttps://www.skool.com/cfs-recovery-foundations-1128/abouthttps://www.cfsrecovery.co/27-recovery-science-blueprint123In this powerful conversation, Miguel Bautista — founder of CFS Recovery — reveals why self-esteem and confidence aren’t just “mindset issues”… they’re deeply connected to your nervous system.If you’re a high-achieving professional struggling with burnout, chronic fatigue, long COVID, or unexplained health symptoms, this episode will change how you think about confidence and recovery.After going from bedridden to fully recovered, Miguel has spent the last 4+ years helping thousands of people overcome Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Long COVID, and nervous system dysregulation using a structured, science-based approach.In this episode, we cover:• Why burnout destroys confidence• The hidden link between nervous system health and self-esteem• How chronic stress impacts high performers• The real reason high achievers struggle with fatigue• Practical steps to rebuild confidence from the inside out• How to recover from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Long COVIDIf you’ve ever felt like you “should be stronger” but your body won’t cooperate — this conversation is for you.

Grab Dr Conti's book right here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/paul-conti/whats-going-right/9781538776049/Why do so many successful, driven professionals still carry the quiet belief that they’re not enough?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Paul Conti, MD — renowned psychiatrist, bestselling author, and President of Pacific Premier Group — to explore the hidden wounds that high performers carry beneath the surface.From self-doubt and imposter syndrome to emotional suppression and overachievement, we unpack why external success doesn’t automatically heal internal insecurity — and what it actually takes to build a healthy relationship with yourself.If you’ve ever achieved more… but still felt behind… this episode is for you.In this episode, we discuss:Why success doesn’t fix self-worthThe “hidden wounds” many high achievers carryHow childhood patterns shape adult performanceThe difference between achievement and emotional healthHow to build a stronger, healthier relationship with yourselfPractical steps toward healing and mental resilienceDr. Conti shares insights from decades of psychiatric experience working with individuals, families, and high-performing professionals — along with practical frameworks you can apply immediately.This conversation is for the driven professional who:Feels capable but hesitant to fully use their voiceStruggles with “I’m not enough” despite external successWants to lead, grow, and perform — without burning outIs ready to do deeper inner work.

You can find more from Greg here:http://www.greghorner.org What if true confidence and self-esteem come not from fixing yourself—but from awakening to the loving, joyful, peaceful reality that already resides within you? In this profound and transformative episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Greg Horner, who awakened to a deeper awareness of life during a near-death climbing fall 20 years ago—discovering a freedom from suffering that exists within us all and completely changed his life.After years of solo travel followed by 15 years of meditation, mindfulness, and shamanic practice, Greg now helps others let go of their fears, struggles, and the false beliefs that destroy confidence and self-worth—guiding them to awaken to the authentic, unshakeable confidence that comes from connecting with their true inner self. If you're tired of chasing external validation and ready to discover the peace, joy, and genuine self-esteem that's been waiting inside you all along, this conversation will shift everything.You can find more from Greg here:⁠http://www.greghorner.org⁠ 

You can find more from Chuck here:https://thechampionsmindsetmentorship.com/https://coachchuck360.com/How do you help teens build the confidence, resilience, and self-esteem they need to overcome adversity and unlock their potential? In this inspiring episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Coach Chuck Barnard, mindset mentor and resilience expert with over 30 years of experience empowering teens to rise stronger after life's toughest moments and develop what he calls a Champion's Mindset.Drawing from decades as an educator, athlete, and coach—and from profound personal loss—Coach Chuck shares what it truly means to build authentic confidence and emotional prosperity in young people facing unprecedented challenges. Whether you're a parent struggling to help your teen with self-esteem, an educator working with struggling students, a teen navigating difficult times, or anyone interested in resilience and the Champion's Mindset, this conversation offers hope and practical tools.You can find more from Chuck here:⁠https://thechampionsmindsetmentorship.com/⁠⁠https://coachchuck360.com/⁠

You can grab this amazing gift from Amy here:podcast.thecenterforfamilyresolution.com/confidenceHow do you build confidence and self-esteem when you're trapped in high-conflict relationships, difficult co-parenting, or family chaos? In this essential episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Amy Armstrong, LISW-S, nationally recognized leader in conflict resolution, coach education, and program design, to explore how transforming the way we approach conflict rebuilds our confidence, self-worth, and family relationships.With fifteen years building two thriving organizations—the Center for Family Resolution (CFR) and the Center for Coach Development (CCD)—Amy is skilled in mediation, parenting coordination, and parent coaching, collaborating with judges, attorneys, and professionals nationwide. She shares how high-conflict situations destroy confidence and self-esteem, and reveals the communication strategies and conflict resolution tools that help families and individuals reclaim their peace, power, and sense of self.You can grab this amazing gift from Amy here:⁠podcast.thecenterforfamilyresolution.com/confidence⁠

You can find more from Mike here:Upcoming book, What If Anger Is the Answer?https://www.whatifangeristheanswer.com/A non-profit I am building to help Marines transition from the service to civilian lifehttps://www.marinesnextchapter.org/What does it take to go from leading Marines in combat to building humanoid robots for the Department of Defense—and what does that journey teach about confidence, leadership, and unshakeable self-worth? In this powerful episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Mike LeBlanc, Marine Corps major, entrepreneur, Harvard Business School graduate, and founder of Foundation Future Industries, to explore his remarkable transition from 14 years in the Marines to creating robotics companies and pathways for veterans into startup and technology careers.Mike shares leadership lessons from the Marine Corps, how military discipline builds authentic confidence and self-esteem, the challenges of transitioning from service to entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build cutting-edge technology—including humanoid robots for the United States Department of War and industrial applications. His story reveals how purpose-driven leadership, resilience, and veteran mindset create unshakeable confidence in business and life.You can find more from Mike here:Upcoming book, What If Anger Is the Answer?⁠https://www.whatifangeristheanswer.com/⁠A non-profit I am building to help Marines transition from the service to civilian life⁠https://www.marinesnextchapter.org/⁠

You can find more from Kenneth here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/author_kenneth/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/authorkennethbryce/⁠What does it take to completely reinvent yourself multiple times—from engineer to programmer to counselor and hypnotherapist—and build unshakeable confidence through each transformation? In this inspiring episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Kenneth Bryce, who trained with the MOD and Rolls Royce as an engineer, retrained as a computer programmer, traveled extensively exploring history and cultures, and has now reinvented himself again as a counselor and hypnotherapist currently volunteering at an addiction clinic.Kenneth shares his remarkable journey of multiple career transformations, how each reinvention challenged and rebuilt his confidence and self-esteem, and what he's learned from engineering precision, software development, world travel, and now helping people heal through counseling and hypnotherapy. His story proves that it's never too late to reinvent yourself, find deeper purpose, and build authentic self-worth through courage and continuous growth.You can find more from Kenneth here:https://www.instagram.com/author_kenneth/https://www.facebook.com/authorkennethbryce/

You can find Michael's book here:https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Black-Cherokee/Antonio-Michael-Downing/9781668066102How do you build confidence and find your authentic self when your identity spans cultures, countries, and creative worlds? In this captivating episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Antonio Michael Downing—author, musician (John Orpheus), and host of CBC Radio's top national show "The Next Chapter"—to explore his journey from migrating from Venezuela to Canada as a kid to becoming a multi-faceted creative who talks about identity, belonging, and finding your place in a way that just sticks with you.Antonio is a brilliant storyteller whose new novel, grew directly from his own journey of navigating multiple identities, cultures, and the search for belonging and self-worth. He shares how migration, creative expression, and the courage to embrace all parts of yourself builds authentic confidence and unshakeable self-esteem—even when the world tries to put you in a box.You can find Michael's book here:⁠https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Black-Cherokee/Antonio-Michael-Downing/9781668066102⁠

You can find more from Norman here: https://normanjnlobb.com/about-the-author/ https://quantumbrain.ca/What does it mean to stay human—and maintain your confidence and sense of self—in a world increasingly driven by code, AI, and digital systems? In this thought-provoking episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Norman JN Lobb, science fiction author specializing in near-future techno-thrillers, quantum systems gone rogue, and the collapse of digital civilization, to explore how technology impacts our identity, self-worth, and what it truly means to be confident and human in the digital age.Norman crafts stories that fuse hard science with human emotion, creating pulse-pounding narratives that ask the questions we're all grappling with: How do we maintain our humanity, confidence, and authentic self when technology threatens to define us? His debut novel, "Awakening Protocol" (first in the Quantum Synchronicity OS series), explores these themes through realistic speculative tech. This conversation bridges fiction and reality, examining confidence, identity, and self-esteem in our increasingly digital world.You can find more from Norman here: ⁠https://normanjnlobb.com/about-the-author/⁠ ⁠https://quantumbrain.ca/⁠

You can find more from Thoryn here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thoryn/https://www.linkedin.com/company/brain-one-inc/https://www.instagram.com/brainonefitness/What if the future of confidence and human performance lies at the intersection of AI, neuroscience, and brain-computer interfaces? In this cutting-edge episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Thoryn Stephens, scientist, researcher, and entrepreneur with a background in molecular biology and expertise in health technology and human performance optimization, to explore how advancing technology is revolutionizing how we build confidence, optimize performance, and unlock human potential.Thoryn brings a unique perspective—competing at triathlon nationals, skiing 80+ days per season, and developing a TED Talk on AI, neuroscience, and brain-computer interfaces—revealing how the science of peak performance applies to building unshakeable confidence and self-esteem. If you're interested in biohacking, neuroscience, performance optimization, AI technology, or maximizing your mental and physical potential, this conversation will expand what you believe is possible.You can find more from Thoryn here:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/thoryn/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/brain-one-inc/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/brainonefitness/⁠