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A Well Cared For Human: self-love strategies for transforming your pain into powerAuthor: Kory M. Shrum
After completing her show Who Killed My Mother? a true crime podcast, Kory received countless emails from all over the world asking: How did you heal from everything that happened? How did you move away from all of the abuse, trauma, and mental illness to become the (mostly) happy, (mostly) healthy, and (mostly) successful person you are today? How can I be happier, healthier, and more at peace with myself and my life? This wellness podcast will explore the answers to those questions. Disclaimer: Kory M. Shrum is not a healthcare professional. This podcast is not a replacement for professional treatment or medication. The show and its episodes were created for the purposes of relaxation, inspiration, and entertainment only. If you have any health conditions please consult a healthcare provider Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Will your goals destroy you?
Episode 73
Friday, 24 April, 2026
Will Your Goals Destroy You? The Hidden Cost of Ambition Ambition can drive your greatest success—but it can also quietly burn you out. In this episode, Kory explores the complex relationship between ambition and self-worth, and what happens when your goals start working against you instead of for you. Through personal stories and grounded insight, you’ll learn how to pursue success without sacrificing your mental health or sense of self. In this episode, you’ll learn: How ambition fuels growth—and where it turns into self-criticism The hidden signs your goals are creating stress, burnout, or dissatisfaction How to define success based on your values (not external pressure) Practical strategies to set sustainable, realistic goals How to stay motivated without losing your wellbeing If you’ve ever felt driven but exhausted, motivated but never satisfied, this episode will help you reset your relationship with ambition—and build a path that actually supports your life. 💚 Please leave a review of the show and recommend the show to your friends. 💚 Have a question? Ask Kory! Email kory@awellcaredforhuman.com with any question or concern you have and the answer could be featured in an upcoming episode. Show Description After completing her show Who Killed My Mother? a true crime podcast, Kory received countless emails from all over the world asking: "How did you heal from everything that happened? How did you move away from all of the abuse, trauma, and mental illness to become the (mostly) happy, (mostly) healthy, and (mostly) successful person you are today? How can I be happier, healthier, and more at peace with myself and my life?" This wellness podcast will explore the answers to those questions. Disclaimer: Kory M. Shrum is not a healthcare professional. This podcast is not a replacement for professional treatment or medication. The show and its episodes were created for the purposes of relaxation, inspiration, and entertainment only. If you have any health conditions please consult a healthcare provider. Support this creator on Patreon: www.patreon.com/korymarie Visit this show’s website to join Kory’s free newsletter and receive your free wellness blueprint (full of self-care strategies you can start today): https://www.awellcaredforhuman.com Freebies (fiction and poetry) https://www.korymshrum.com/free-starter-library Follow on Instagram https://instagram.com/koryshrum Thank you for listening ! 💚













