Jen Katsev
Raised in a Chinese family in the heart of the Silicon Valley, I was programmed to constantly strive for success and recognition. From winning international art competitions at the age of 5 to co-authoring a #1 bestseller at 24, my need to achieve was my entire identity and drove all my decisions.
By 30, I had already started 7 businesses. I was chasing accolades, excelling at most things I tried, yet I felt disconnected, unsure of my purpose, and eventually burned out.
The combination of a failed startup, poor decisions that finally caught up, toxic relationships, and consequently falling into a depression made me realize that something need to change — me.
I committed to transforming my life. I shifted my focus from external achievements to inner fulfillment, rediscovered my inner voice and passions, and rebuilt my life on my own terms.