Feeling burnt out from chasing someone else’s version of success? In this episode, we’re breaking free from comparison, guilt, and hustle culture to redefine what success really looks like—on your terms. If you’ve ever felt like your unmonetized dreams don’t matter, or you’ve struggled to say 'no' to good things to make space for great ones, this episode will feel like a deep exhale and a bold permission slip to live differently.
🎧 Hit subscribe and let’s be Dream Doers together!
🎤 Ready to give yourself permission to live your own dreams and not others? Hit play now to listen in.
📝 Read and download this episodes Show Notes (script) on our blog: https://www.janamarie.co/blog
✨ Subscribe to Dream Doer’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@dreamdoers.podcast
🌈 Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast
💬 What, or who do you feel is holding you back that you can begin untethering you from to begin a life you’ve always dreamed of? Drop it in the comments below.
🌐 Visit my website at www.thedreamdoers.com
__________________________
Episode Highlights:
• Breaking Free from the Pressure to Conform Explore how society's narrow view of success can lead to burnout and comparison, and why it's so important to define success on your own terms.
• Embracing Unmonetized Dreams Learn why unmonetized dreams matter just as much as financial success and how they can lead to fulfillment, peace, and a more authentic life.
• From Passion to Purpose Hear how personal passions can transform into sustainable business ventures, and why you don’t need to sacrifice your true self to succeed.
• Letting Go of Comparison and Guilt Discover the power of saying "no" to good things in order to make room for greater opportunities and the freedom to follow your own path.
• The Power of Permission Get empowered to dream and live differently by giving yourself permission to create a life that aligns with your values, not societal expectations.
• Your Homework Assignment: Find What Lights You Up A practical challenge to help you identify what truly ignites your passion and turn it into something meaningful in your life.
__________________________
Episode breakdowns:
[00:00] Intro – From Silence to Calling: The Heart Behind the Mic
[04:43] Whose Dream Are You Living? Deconstructing Hustle Culture & Embracing Your Own Path
[25:12] From Passion to Purpose: Turning Personal Dreams into Sustainable Business Success
[28:45] Your homework assignment to find what truly lights you up!
[12:00] Society’s Narrow View of Success[16:53] Peace Over Pressure: Breaking Up with Productivity Guilt & Valuing Unmonetized Dreams.
[27:10] Breaking Free from Comparison & Guilt: Saying No to Good Things for Greater Things[31:26] Permission to Live Differently: Embrace Your Unique Path and Create Your Own Success
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!