The Inner Compass Blog
Think You’re Failing? The Truth Might Surprise You
You’re not broken. You’re not behind. And this might just be the beginning—not the end. That quiet doubt you’ve been carrying—the one that whispers something isn’t right—might feel like failure. But often, it’s something else entirely: a signal. A sign that you’re ready to look more honestly at your life, your work, and what you truly want next.
Should I Do What Makes Me Happy?
You’re always doing. Moving fast. Achieving more. Holding it all together. Then there comes a time when things are a bit more quiet—and a simple question emerges: Why am I doing all this? If you’ve been running on autopilot, checking every box, but feeling disconnected from your own happiness—this is your invitation to pause and listen.
Burnout Culture Is Toxic—and You’re Right To Be Furious
If you’re exhausted from constantly pushing through and still being told it’s not enough—you’re not imagining it. Burnout culture is toxic. And the quiet rage you feel? It’s justified. Here’s why it affects high-achieving women so deeply—and what real recovery actually takes.
Break Free from ‘Should’ and Reclaim Your Life
Are you stuck in a cycle of “shoulds”? Those quiet expectations—I should stay, I should be grateful, I should push through—can seem harmless. But over time, they disconnect you from your truth. In this blog post, we’ll explore how “should” thinking keeps high-achieving women stuck, and how one honest moment can begin to shift everything.
Burnout Doesn’t Always Look Like Burnout—Here’s How to Tell
You don’t need to collapse to be burned out. In fact, many high-functioning women are living with chronic burnout—and calling it “just being tired.” This blog will help you recognise the signs and start choosing something better.
What If It’s Not Burnout—You’re Just in the Wrong Career?
You followed the rules. Built the career. Got the title. But deep down, you wonder, “Is this really it?” If you feel disconnected from your work and unsure of what comes next, this blog will help you recognise the hidden career trap many high-achieving women fall into—and how to start climbing out.
Feeling Stuck? This Simple Ritual Will Give You Clarity
Feeling stuck in your career or life? Discover the simple ritual that helps ambitious women find clarity, reconnect with themselves, and make aligned decisions—without needing a big change.
Doing All the Right Things—and Still Not Feeling Successful?
If you’re exhausted trying to optimize every area of your life and still feel behind, this post is for you. Let’s break down the myths of modern productivity and talk about what success actually looks like—when it’s aligned with your soul.
Year in Review 2024: Better Done Than Perfect!
2024 was a year of transformation, learning, and growth. Choosing “IMPLEMENTATION” as my guiding word, I started a journey to turn ideas into action. From launching a long-awaited online course to embracing new challenges in my business, this year has taught me that progress doesn’t require perfection.
Is There Anything Wrong With Being A High-achiever?
As a high-achiever, you’re driven, focused, and capable of making incredible things happen. But what happens when the very traits that propel you forward start to hold you back?
I’m Katarina
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