# Success vs Fulfillment: Why He Walked Away from Medicine

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Podcast: [Shine In & Out: Where Science Meets Soul](https://stenobird.com/podcast/shine-in-out-where-science-meets-soul-7502180)
Published: 2026-03-18T02:21:00+00:00
Episode link: https://samanthastoltz.substack.com/p/success-vs-fulfillment-why-he-walked-eca
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## Resource

In this episode of Shine In & Out, Samantha Stoltz sits down with DJ Dickerson-Alejandrino, who began questioning a path that looked successful on paper but didn’t feel aligned within. On track toward a future in medicine, DJ found himself facing something honest and uncomfortable — the realization that achievement alone doesn’t always lead to fulfillment. What followed was a period of reflection, uncertainty, and the courage to step away from expectations in order to explore a more meaningful direction. This conversation is about redefining success beyond titles, navigating the pressure of high-performance environments, and learning to trust yourself when your path no longer feels right. If you’ve ever felt torn between what you’re supposed to do and what feels true to you — this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and reconsider what success really means. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit samanthastoltz.substack.com/subscribe

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