Ep. 50 - Ambition vs. Satisfaction: Finding Harmony With Gratitude Glue

29/09/2025 19 min Episodio 50
Ep. 50 - Ambition vs. Satisfaction: Finding Harmony With Gratitude Glue

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Send us a textBeing ambitious is a gift but it can also leave you feeling like you’re never doing enough. That’s where gratitude comes in. In this episode of Accountable, I’m breaking down the tension so many high-achievers feel between striving for more and being satisfied with where they are. You’ll learn how to use what I call the Gratitude Glue to bring ambition and satisfaction together and a simple reflection practice you can start today.We’ll cover:Why ambition is something to celebrate, not suppressThe science behind gratitude and its impact on stress and burnoutA 3-part reflection process (Accomplishments, Amplifiers, Barriers) to anchor your gratitude and fuel forward progressHow to create harmony between pursuing big goals and enjoying what you’ve already achievedResources Mentioned: HERO Roles Assessment: https://amandamckinney.com/quiz Capacity Calculator: https://amandamckinney.com/calculator All podcast episodes: https://amandamckinney.com/podcast Amanda's Website: https://www.amandamckinney.com/Amanda's Coaching Options: https://amandamckinney.com/workwithmeAmanda's Book: https://www.amandamckinney.com/bookStudy on gratitude lowering stress - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Positive_psychologyResearch on gratitude and how it relates to burnout - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/279741437_How_Gratitude_Relates_to_Burnout_and_Job_Satisfaction_in_Mental_Health_Professionals

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