Are you still operating in survival mode? Do you feel like you’re constantly reacting instead of creating? This episode is your invitation to shift from chaos to clarity.
In this powerful conversation, bestselling author and biotech executive-turned-entrepreneur Diana Morales shares how she went from growing up in political upheaval and moving countries as a teenager to becoming a high-performing executive, mother of three, and now the founder of her own consulting firm.
But her real breakthrough didn’t come from climbing the corporate ladder, it came when she finally stopped running and chose to rise above the noise.
This is more than a story of resilience. It’s a roadmap for anyone who feels stuck in a life that doesn’t feel like theirs. If you’re craving more purpose, more peace, and a powerful personal reset, this episode is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The Real Meaning of “Rising Above the Noise:" How Diana defines the internal and external “noise” that keeps us stuck and how to silence it so your true self can lead the way.
A Global Story of Resilience: From surviving an earthquake in Albania to culture shock in Montana, hear how Diana’s immigrant journey shaped her strength and leadership mindset.
What Survival Mode Really Looks Like: Diana opens up about the high-functioning hustle that looked successful on the outside but kept her disconnected inside and how she finally broke that cycle.
The Power of Self-Love and Stillness: Why taking a gap year wasn’t lazy, it was radical and how space, intention, and mindfulness helped her reconnect with her purpose.
Daily Practices to Reclaim Your Power: The non-negotiable routines Diana uses to set her mindset, care for her body, and stay present for her family while building her brand.
Redefining Leadership and Success: Why true leadership starts with self-awareness and how Diana built teams who followed her not because of her title, but because of how she showed up.
Signs It’s Time for You to Make a Change: From toxic workplaces to stagnant social circles, Diana explains how to know when you’ve outgrown your environment and what to do next.
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
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