Mateo Askaripour — New York Times bestselling author of Black Buck — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a bold, no-holds-barred conversation about breaking free from society’s boxes, reclaiming your story, and refusing to settle for crumbs when you deserve the full meal.
In this episode, Mateo gets candid about his journey from tech sales to bestselling author, the toxic ways gratitude can be used to silence ambition, and why stepping away from social media gave him the clarity to live with intention. He shares how self-awareness, courage, and community are the real markers of success — not applause or algorithms.
This episode is for anyone who’s tired of shrinking themselves to fit in or confusing comfort with purpose. It’s your reminder that gratitude and ambition are not at odds — and that liberation begins with the belief that you are already enough.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
- The hidden ways gratitude can limit ambition
- How to unplug from digital distractions to reconnect with purpose
- Why self-awareness is your greatest asset
- What it takes to find community that fuels your growth
✨ Key Takeaways:
- Crumbs aren’t enough — claim your full meal
- The person holding you back might be you
- True connection starts offline
- Courage is the path to clarity
🎧 Tap play — and start reclaiming your power with every honest step forward.
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