Striver's Compass

Derek Pilling
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Striver’s Compass explores the intersection of achievement, meaning, and human flourishing. Hosted by Derek Pilling — investor, operator, and executive coach — the series helps high-achievers “strive wisely” — blending timeless philosophy with modern science. Each episode offers practical tools and reflections on how to pursue excellence without sacrificing well-being, and how to align ambition with values across work, family, community, and self. Because striving isn’t the problem — losing sight of what we’re striving for is. Striver’s Compass helps you recalibrate toward goals worthy of you.

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  1. 30.10.2025

    Designed to Strive

    In Episode #2 of Striver’s Compass, I explore the evolutionary, physiological, and psychological roots of human striving through both scientific and philosophical lenses. From the dopamine-driven reward circuits that make pursuit itself feel good, to our ancient instincts for status and belonging, to the Stoic idea of areté — excellence as the fullest expression of our potential — we’ll uncover why striving isn’t a flaw to fix, but a force to understand, embrace, and direct. Because when we learn to work with our striving nature — and channel it with intention toward getting better every day — striving becomes less about proving our worth and more about living in alignment with our design.

    13 мин.

  2. 07.10.2025

    Introducing Striver's Compass

    In the first episode of Striver’s Compass, we explore why so many high-achievers find success yet still feel unfulfilled — and how shifting from extrinsic to meaningful, values-aligned goals can change everything. Drawing from Viktor Frankl, Stoic philosophy, and modern psychology, Derek Pilling shares how to harmonize your striving nature with a deeper sense of meaning — so achievement becomes a source of flourishing, not fatigue. Watch full episodes on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o41A1mxGGRM

    9 мин.
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Striver’s Compass explores the intersection of achievement, meaning, and human flourishing. Hosted by Derek Pilling — investor, operator, and executive coach — the series helps high-achievers “strive wisely” — blending timeless philosophy with modern science. Each episode offers practical tools and reflections on how to pursue excellence without sacrificing well-being, and how to align ambition with values across work, family, community, and self. Because striving isn’t the problem — losing sight of what we’re striving for is. Striver’s Compass helps you recalibrate toward goals worthy of you.

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  • Автор
    Derek Pilling
  • Годы выхода
    2 тыс.
  • Выпуски
    2
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