In today’s episode of the Growth, Grace and Gratitude podcast, host Ari Bliss engages in a profound conversation with Amil Niazi, author of "Life After Ambition." They explore the evolving definitions of ambition, success, & happiness, in the context of motherhood and personal growth. Amil shares her journey of reevaluating ambitions, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection & authenticity in achieving true fulfillment. The discussion highlights how societal pressures can misalign personal definitions of success, leading to burnout & anxiety, & how stepping back to reassess goals can lead to a more meaningful life. Ari & Amil delve into the significance of saying no to opportunities that do not resonate, advocating for a more intuitive approach to ambition. They also touch on the challenges faced by millennials & the need for transparency in the creative industry, particularly regarding the realities of pursuing dreams. The episode concludes with Amil sharing insights from her viral article "Losing My Ambition," which resonated with many, & her reflections on the freedom found in redefining success beyond traditional metrics.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Life After Ambition

04:35 Redefining Ambition & Happiness

12:20 Journey to Authenticity

21:28 Understanding Freedom & Self-Acceptance

Amil Niazi’s (@amilniazi on Instagram) bold debut, LIFE AFTER AMBITION: A "Good Enough" Memoir, is out! Amil is a writer & producer. She writes The Cut’s series on parenting, The Hard Part, & covers work & motherhood & how the two intersect. Her writing has also appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, and The Washington Post.

Ari hosts the Growth, Grace, Gratitude Podcast! She is a pre-med/psychology graduate, a professional ballerina, columnist, & author who grew up performing at Lincoln Center with New York City Ballet, Miami City Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, & at Madison Square Garden. Her poem book "Long Distance Love" is out! Her unique upbringing has inspired her to open up the conversation with experts in their field for growing in self-development. From everyone’s favorite Qigong Joe the Drummer Boy to Astrologer Valerie Mesa to Neurophysiologist Toby Pasman, our guests are diverse & motivational in their approach to lending their expertise. We celebrated over 100 inspiring guests. I look forward to continuing the conversation to inspire all generations towards achieving authentic happiness & success!

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