Hanapin
a victim of one's own success
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a situation in which an individual or organization faces negative consequences or difficulties as a result of their own achievements or accomplishments
What is the origin of the idiom "a victim of one's own success" and when to use it?
The exact origin of the idiom "a victim of one's own success" is unclear, but it is commonly used in English-speaking contexts to suggests that the success or accomplishments have unintended negative consequences that can create challenges or burdens.
