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The Identity Source Map · Identity = what I've done / am known forThe Recognition-Anchored
You're organized around achievements, status, and what you've been recognized for. Your identity is the record of what's been done.
The dimensional signature
Work
75
Family
40
Beliefs
45
Tribe
55
Aesthetic
55
Recognition
92
What this type means
The Recognition-Anchored derives identity from what they've done and are known for. Adjacent to Work-Anchored but specifically tied to external acknowledgment rather than the work itself. Vulnerable to changes in audience attention — common pattern in performers, athletes, and high-visibility leaders post-prime.
In relationships
You're driven, accomplished, often impressive. The cost: identity built on achievements is hungry — it needs the next accomplishment to feel current.
Watch for
Recognition-anchored identities can't rest. Yesterday's achievement loses its anchoring power fast; today's is already fading into tomorrow's need.
The growth edge
Practice resting on existing achievement. Sit with what you've already done WITHOUT chasing the next. The capacity to be at peace with past work is the antidote to the achievement treadmill.
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