M.A.Y.A: My Ambition Your Ambition

M.A.Y.A: My Ambition Your Ambition

Welcome to the podcast that addresses significant topics from an innovative and progressive perspective. MAYA: My Ambition Your Ambition, aims to demystify self-doubt and self-sabotage, common afflictions in many lives, to facilitate the identification of ambitions and the cultivation of motivation, ultimately fostering satisfaction and success in daily existence. Maya Akai, MA, LPC, CADC, offers a wealth of experience from her journey through life. She possesses over two decades of professional experience in mental health, complemented by work in broadcasting, social services, education, and addictions studies. Maya’s personal and professional pursuits have equipped her with profound insight and empathy across various social, emotional, and mental domains. Anticipate forthright, pertinent, and candid discussions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m-a-y-a-my-ambition-your-ambition--4348579/support.

Episodes

M.A.Y.A. Episode#74: Let_s Talk Fertility with Dr. Aumatma Simmons

September 20, 2025 • 78 mins
Dr. Aumatma Simmons is a distinguished Naturopathic Endocrinologist, recognized for her unique blend of ambition and insight. With nearly two decades of experience in holistic fertility, she has significantly impacted the lives of numerous couples seeking to establish families without recourse to conventional treatments. Dr. Simmons is a prominent figure in her field, having educated hundreds of medical professionals and authored t...
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M.A.Y.A. Episode #73: The Ambition Show featuring Ronald Souers II, ADHD Expert, Coach, Author & Podcaster

September 15, 2025 • 75 mins
Let's talk about ADHD!

Check out Episode #73 of M.A.YA. and meet our next guest on the Ambition Stage, Ron Souers ( @ronnyreel ). Mr. Souers is an ADHD advocate, coach, and author of "Self-Discovery Journal for Adults with ADHD," and the host of the "Don't Mind Me, I Just Have ADHD" podcast. Mr. Souers has dedicated his passion and purpose to specializing in helping adults, especially men over 40, who are navigating ADHD, addiction,...
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M.A.Y.A. Ep#72: The Ambition Show Feat. Dr. Kirsten Harrison, Psychologist, Trauma Expert & Author

September 9, 2025 • 68 mins
Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison the founder of at Soul Wise Solutions ( @Soulwiseteam ) has spent her professional career as a Clinical Psychologist studying and treating trauma disorders. She has had the opportunity to conduct research on PTSD at UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute. By far the most instrumental and informative in shaping her philosophy has been her direct work with trauma survivors, including near-death experiencers and th...
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Episode #71: The Ambition Show featuring Deborah Wee, Author, Playwright & Founder of Self-Worth Initiative Inc

August 30, 2025 • 68 mins
In this episode of M.A.Y.A., our distinguished guest, Deborah Weed, discussed her commitment to empowering individuals to reclaim their self-worth and articulate their authentic selves. Mrs. Weed's life trajectory, marked by numerous transitions and considerable adversity, motivated her to delve into her core passions and discover her purpose. Leveraging her life experiences and challenges, Deborah has established a creative outlet...
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Episode#70: The Ambition Show Feat. Thomas LaGrave Jr., Former Corp. US Navy SEAL, Author & LCSW

August 24, 2025 • 67 mins
This episode, our guest is focused on the psychological and social challengs facing today's young adults. Thomas LaGrave Jr, is man of many talents and has leveraged his life experiences into helping others be the change they want to see in their lives and the world. Thomas is a retired Corpsmen of the Navy Seals, A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Author. Thomas' passion and purpose led him to create Honor Bound Academy,...
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Ep69 The Ambition Show feat. Julian Bermudez Founder Trauma Healing & Psychedelic Integration

August 10, 2025 • 61 mins
Julian Bermudez, a teacher, guide, and the founder of Trauma Healing & Psychedelic Integration, has dedicated his extensive mental health career to assisting individuals in overcoming deeply entrenched experiences that have profoundly impacted their lives, leading to states of uncertainty, unhappiness, and pain. Julian's passion has been meticulously transformed into a steadfast commitment to trauma therapies that are character...
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M.A.Y.A. Episode# 68: The Ambition Show featuring Tamar Blue Founder and CEO of MentalHappy

August 3, 2025 • 39 mins
Tamar Blue, Founder and CEO of MentalHappy, developed an app born from the passion to assist individuals in crisis. MentalHappy facilitates connections among people through support groups addressing various mental wellness topics, led by qualified mental health and wellness professionals. Discover how MentalHappy evolved beyond a personal interest for Tamar Blue, becoming a purpose-driven endeavor fueled by her ambition.

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M_A_Y_A_ Episode _67_ ToolBox Time Understanding Self Esteem and Self-Worth

July 31, 2025 • 40 mins
Self Worth is one of the most important emotions you can have in your Emotional Intelligence toolbox! Without Self Worth you are subjected to struggles with feeling inadequate and unfulfilled in some many areas of your life! Often Self Worth is confused with Self-Esteem, in this episode M.A.Y.A. we will unpack these two emotions and share how each has purpose in helping you be the best version of yourself you strive to be!!!


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M.A.YA. Episode 66 Understanding & Employing Self Compassion

July 6, 2025 • 48 mins
Self-compassion is understanding that suffering, failure, and imperfection is part of the the human experience. Self-compassion is not judging and criticizing yourself for inadequacies or shortcomings that you may experience in life. Self-compassion is being supportive of yourself when facing a challenge, feel inadequate, or make a mistake. Join M.A.Y.A. to gain insight into the importance of self compassion and how to incorporate ...
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M.A.Y.A.Episode 65 : Understanding Your Mental and Emotional Economy

June 26, 2025 • 50 mins
Everyone has limited emotional and mental resources. Have you every thought about how you allocate those resources and how those resources are replenished? Tune into M.A.Y.A. to explore the Economy of Self, to gain greater insight into your emotional and mental resources and how to manage them better to create and maintain better overall health and wellness.

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The Return of M_A_Y_A _Episode 64_ The Language of Success

June 7, 2025 • 57 mins
The Language of Success (Episode 64) 

Understanding the elements that build success is very intricate and intimate. It is an experience that is daily and not occasional. Join the return of M.A.YA. podcast to discuss the the importance of understanding the language of success putting a spotlight on speaking what you want into existence by taking action.

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Tea Time Talk: Let's Talk Menopause...Encore Presentation (Episode #2- The Holistic Approach)

April 16, 2025 • 16 mins
Goal Mental Wellness presented it's first ever Tea Time Talk with the ladies to chat up menopause. Life: A Wellness Studio Naturopathic physician, Dr. Jasmine Morris, joined Maya Akai  to discuss the holistic side of menopause and understanding how to manage it while aging gracefully!!!

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Tea Time Talk: Let's Talk Menopause... Encore Presentation (Episode#1- The Medical Approach))

April 8, 2025 • 35 mins
Goal Mental Wellness presented it's first ever Tea Time Talk to chat up menopause. Cynthia Zurawski ANP of Absolute Integrated Health joined Maya Akai to discuss the medical side of menopause and understanding how to manage it while aging gracefully!!! Follow Maya via Maya-Speaks and subscribed to the Me On Pause Blog to learn more about the  menopause transition. 

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M.A.Y.A. (EP#1) 2023 That_s What_s Up!!!!!

February 11, 2023 • 37 mins
2023 Is here to stay.. How have you managed the first month. Time to Check in with M.A.Y.A. and officially kick off our mental wellness journey together!

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M.A.Y.A_ Episode #63: Let’s Talk Mental Wellness aka Health

May 26, 2022 • 68 mins
Mental Wellness aka Health is the engine that drives your daily life. From the moment you wake even when you are sleep your mind is working. It is processing your day, week, the month… hell your life. Mental wellness is where your thoughts and emotions are created then manifest into behaviors and actions. This in essence means every aspect of your life is influenced and impacted by your mental wellness. In Episode 63: Let’s Talk ab...
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Conversations with Maya an interview with Tex Wambui of SITTY

March 14, 2022 • 58 mins
In the 9th episode of SITTY with Tex Wambui, you will hear from yours truly, Maya Akai. I shared my experiences, and journey on the importance of Stay In True To Yourself (SITTY). Learn more about SITTY at https://www.staytrue2yourself.com/ and Checkout more SITTY discussion like this on Spotify, Apple and Google Podcast platforms

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M.A.Y.A. EPISODE #62: FINDING PEACE IN THE STORMS OF LIFE

February 22, 2022 • 54 mins
Life is full of ups and downs, and often we remember and focus more on the adversity than the success. Whatever, crazy, hard, upside down, insanely ridiculous or inconvenient ball life throws at you, how you look at it will determine how you manage it. Learning to manage the storms of life is a life skill we are not often taught but can learn. In M.A.Y.A. EPISODE #62: FINDING PEACE IN THE STORMS OF LIFE we will explore how to fo...
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M.A.Y.A. Episode 61: Revisiting Authenticity

January 14, 2022 • 63 mins
WHO ARE YOU??? This question can arise when you’re not living as your authentic self. What most people don’t know is that your authentic self is completely different from YOUR best self. The Best self is that version of you that societal and cultural norms often encourages you to be. Striving for greatness often leads to your best self but can leave your authentic self marginalized or fully edited out of being the best version of ...
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M.A.Y.A. Episode #60: The M.A.Y.A. Virtual Mail...The Last Delivery of the Year!!!

January 3, 2022 • 63 mins
It is the last show of the year!!! What better way to end it then opening up the virtual mailbag.. I have three letters to share and I feel each correspondence will resonate with every listener on some level. Might be, been there, done that not going back. Might be, damn I'm there right now or could be you know someone that has a similar circumstance going on. Either way let's open up the M.A.Y.A. Virtual Mail bag and get the c...
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M.A.Y.A. Episode #59: Understanding The Purpose and Power of Saying NO

November 11, 2021 • 57 mins
Saying NO has a stigma tied to it. NO is a negative, bad , an awful thing to say or hear. Let's challenge that way of thinking, actuality the word NO simply affirms the answers to a question. What gives the word NO a negative connotation is the essence of the question or precisely, what is the desired answering to the question. If it is not yes, then it is bad!!! In this episode we will focus on what saying NO means, understandin...
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