# E54 Why Achieving the Goal Isn't the End Game

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Podcast: [The Unstoppable 5%](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-unstoppable-5-6404386)
Published: 2025-07-23T18:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

You hit the goal. You did the thing. So… why doesn't it feel as good as you thought it would? In this episode of Lounging with Laurie, we're talking about the messy, unspoken truth behind success: that sometimes the moment you've been working towards doesn't feel like much at all. Whether you've launched the business, landed the role, or finally made the move and you're still feeling a bit flat this is the episode you didn't know you needed. What I cover: Why your brain loves the chase more than the finish line (hello, dopamine!) How the goalposts keep shifting (and why you don't even notice) What happens when you forget to bring joy along for the ride I'll share a personal story about moving overseas and the reality check that came with it plus a few moments that reminded me what success really feels like. This is your permission slip to slow down, feel proud, and stop waiting for "someday" to let yourself enjoy your life. Links Join our Community in our Free Lounge Room https://www.facebook.com/groups/2725813180892457 Subscribe to our Journal and follow along with the latest https://sisterhoodcollective.com/sisterhoodchronicle Join the next Mastermind AAC https://sisterhoodcollective.com/sp-sales-page-3297-7396-3189 Sign up to my weekly "Power Note" newsletter https://sisterhoodcollective.com/ld_powernote Love, Laurie & Lauren xx ================= Sisterhood Collective Connect. Grow. Thrive. ================= Connect with Sisterhood Collective: https://www.sisterhoodcollective.com/ www.instagram.com/the_sisterhoodcollective/ www.facebook.com/THESISTERHOODCOLLECTIVE2023 https://www.linkedin.com/company/sisterhoodcollective/ https://youtube.com/@sisterhoodcollective?feature=shared

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