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M.A.Y.A: My Ambition Your Ambition

M.A.Y.A: My Ambition Your Ambition

By: M.A.Y.A.
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 Welcome to the podcast that addresses significant topics from an innovative and progressive perspective. MAYA: My Ambition Your Ambition, aims to demystify self-doubt and self-sabotage, common afflictions in many lives, to facilitate the identification of ambitions and the cultivation of motivation, ultimately fostering satisfaction and success in daily existence.


Maya Akai, MA, LPC, CADC, offers a wealth of experience from her journey through life. She possesses over two decades of professional experience in mental health, complemented by work in broadcasting, social services, education, and addictions studies. Maya’s personal and professional pursuits have equipped her with profound insight and empathy across various social, emotional, and mental domains. Anticipate forthright, pertinent, and candid discussions.

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  • M.A.Y.A. Ep#72: The Ambition Show Feat. Dr. Kirsten Harrison, Psychologist, Trauma Expert & Author

    M.A.Y.A. Ep#72: The Ambition Show Feat. Dr. Kirsten Harrison, Psychologist, Trauma Expert & Author
    Sep 9 2025
    Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison the founder of at Soul Wise Solutions ( @Soulwiseteam ) has spent her professional career as a Clinical Psychologist studying and treating trauma disorders. She has had the opportunity to conduct research on PTSD at UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute. By far the most instrumental and informative in shaping her philosophy has been her direct work with trauma survivors, including near-death experiencers and those struggling with complex DID and PTSD. The creativity, passion and will to survive the unthinkable that her clients have endured and struggled through on their healing journeys, have given Dr. Harrison life’s work meaning that illuminated her passion and purpose in helping people heal.


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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode #71: The Ambition Show featuring Deborah Wee, Author, Playwright & Founder of Self-Worth Initiative Inc

    Episode #71: The Ambition Show featuring Deborah Wee, Author, Playwright & Founder of Self-Worth Initiative Inc
    Aug 30 2025
    In this episode of M.A.Y.A., our distinguished guest, Deborah Weed, discussed her commitment to empowering individuals to reclaim their self-worth and articulate their authentic selves. Mrs. Weed's life trajectory, marked by numerous transitions and considerable adversity, motivated her to delve into her core passions and discover her purpose. Leveraging her life experiences and challenges, Deborah has established a creative outlets to assist others in transforming their distress and anguish into therapeutic endeavors and the realization of self-worth. We invite you to join us for this installment of M.A.Y.A. to discover Mrs. Weed's inspiring narrative and to learn more about Mrs. Weed’s passion to help others through the Self-Worth Initiative Inc.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode#70: The Ambition Show Feat. Thomas LaGrave Jr., Former Corp. US Navy SEAL, Author & LCSW

    Episode#70: The Ambition Show Feat. Thomas LaGrave Jr., Former Corp. US Navy SEAL, Author & LCSW
    Aug 24 2025
    This episode, our guest is focused on the psychological and social challengs facing today's young adults. Thomas LaGrave Jr, is man of many talents and has leveraged his life experiences into helping others be the change they want to see in their lives and the world. Thomas is a retired Corpsmen of the Navy Seals, A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Author. Thomas' passion and purpose led him to create Honor Bound Academy, which was a year-long immersive program that was dedicated to the education, healing, and mentorship of adolescent men. Thomas spent over 35 years working with more than 3,000 young men, specializing in the psychological and developmental challenges of adolescence and the transition to adulthood. Thomas has expanded his desire to help others by authoring several books, his latest Special Welfare, Social Warefare, dives deep into the complex struggles facing today’s youth.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
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