"What if I build my own company? What if I have more money? Then, I will be happier!" In this episode, Sophie interviews Miska Katkoff, founder of Deconstructor of Fun and former CEO of Savage Games, to reflect on the journey post-acquisition from PlayStation Studios in 2022. We discuss the definition of success and the common pressures individuals face in attaining it. Miska shares his personal experience navigating his sense of achievement, dealing with external validation, and the value he places on self-reliance. He discusses the importance of understanding personal values and setting personal goals instead of adopting those prescribed by others. He also encourages listeners to seek therapy as a tool for understanding oneself and promoting mental health. We also touch on the role money plays in their definitions of success. Link to the MindJournal mentioned in the episode. 00:47 Discussing the Concept of Success 01:38 External Success vs Internal Success 06:24 The Role of Comparison in Success 07:47 The Importance of Setting Personal Goals 11:05 The Role of Money in Defining Success 21:18 The Impact of Material Possessions on Happiness 24:27 The Importance of Therapy in Stressful Times 24:55 The Role of Therapy in Personal Growth 25:54 The Impact of Stress on Personal Relationships 27:13 The Struggles of Startup Life 28:17 The Power of Normalizing Therapy 28:38 Overcoming Prejudices and Resistance to Therapy 29:31 The Importance of Mental Training 30:56 The Journey of Self-Discovery through Therapy 31:24 The Role of Coaching in Personal Development 34:48 The Impact of Upbringing on Success Drive 37:34 The Importance of Self-Realization and Serving Others 44:18 The Power of Journaling and Self-Reflection 45:33 The Persistence of Internal Issues Despite Success 💌 Don't forget to subscribe to Rise and Play for further news: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.riseandplay.io/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ If you enjoyed today's episode make sure to rate it on Spotify, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, or simply share it with a friend.