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The Curse of the Capable | Unsettled with Neil Wattier | S1 E7

The Curse of the Capable | Unsettled with Neil Wattier | S1 E7

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Being capable is a gift, but for many high performers, it feels like a curse. When you’re the one people can always count on, your reliability often makes you invisible. The better you perform, the less people notice.

We explore the hidden weight of being the “go-to” person: the emotional fallout of invisibility, why culture and leadership often overlook the steady performers, and how to reframe capability so it becomes a source of strength instead of silent burnout.

You’ll learn:

  • Why high achievers often feel unseen despite their results
  • The emotional cost of always being reliable
  • How to set boundaries without losing respect
  • Practical tools to move from invisible executor to indispensable leader

If you’ve ever carried the weight quietly, wondering why consistency goes unnoticed, this episode will help you reclaim your value and let yourself be seen.

Listen now and share with the friend or colleague who “always has it together,” because they may be carrying more than anyone realizes.

Keywords: high performers, burnout recovery, resilience, leadership, reliability, ambition vs peace, high achievers, workplace identity, quiet strength, grounded masculinity, performance psychology, personal growth.

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