For a lot of us—especially high-achieving women—ambition can feel like a double-edged sword. It drives us, fuels us, and pushes us forward. But it can also drain us, disconnect us, and quietly lead us away from who we really are.

That’s exactly why I invited Amina AITai back to the podcast. She’s a holistic business and career coach, a chronic illness advocate, a proud immigrant, and one of the most grounded voices on what it means to live and lead with intention. In her new book, The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living, Amina unpacks the toxic side of ambition—and how to reclaim it in a way that actually serves you.

We talk about the ambition myths that keep women stuck, the pressure to perform at all costs, and how to get out of the cycle of striving and back into alignment with what really matters. This isn’t about playing small—it’s about playing smart. Purposefully. Intuitively. Sustainably.

In This Episode, We Cover:

✅ What the ambition trap is—and how to know if you're in it

✅ The difference between aligned ambition and external pressure

✅ Why burnout isn't a badge of honor

✅ Practices to reconnect with your brilliance and body

✅ The surprising role rest plays in achievement

Ambition isn’t the problem. The problem is chasing a version of success that was never really yours to begin with. It’s time to stop striving and start living—from the inside out.  

Connect with Amina: 

Website: www.aminaaltai.com 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/aminaaltai/

Book: https://www.aminaaltai.com/book

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