Becoming Obsessed | At the Corner of Ambition and Self-Care

65. with CREATING FOR LEGACY, not likes | The danger of early monetization, the beauty of unfinished work, and trusting slow growth


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Ever feel like the pressure to make something good is holding you back from making something real?

In this solo episode, Teresa unpacks the difference between being a business owner and being a true thinker or creative. From Trudy LeBron’s thought leadership to the origin story of OpenAI, this one is a love letter to the dreamers who crave depth, not just deliverables.

We’re talking:

  • Why monetizing too early can limit your best ideas

  • The difference between emotional burnout and overwork

  • Building a body of work vs. chasing one perfect piece

  • The tension between legacy and virality

  • How to get obsessed with the journey, not the polished outcome

Whether you're a creator, founder, or just someone who thinks too deeply for your own good—this one's for you.


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Becoming Obsessed | At the Corner of Ambition and Self-CareBy Teresa Jean