In this episode of Time, Fuel, & Money, what starts as a light-hearted conversation about donuts in New York quickly spirals into a deeper exploration of corruption, cortisol, fashion, fear—and how we lose ourselves in the pursuit of belonging.
Deborah, Vassili, and Karim unpack how stress culture, ego-driven ambition, and performative success can distort our values and lead us astray. Through references to The Devil Wears Prada, Elizabeth Holmes, and dopamine-driven consumerism, they challenge the glamorization of grind culture and invite listeners to consider a more grounded path forward.
💬 We explore:
• How cortisol, speed, and image obsession create disconnection
• Why power without purpose leads to corruption
• The danger of blending validation with identity
• What it means to stay grounded in a performative world
• And how donuts and designer bags surprisingly reveal deeper truths
Whether you're a founder, policymaker, or just trying to stay centered in the chaos, this episode is for anyone craving clarity in a noisy world.
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