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

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Being 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 suppress
The science behind gratitude and its impact on stress and burnout
A 3-part reflection process (Accomplishments, Amplifiers, Barriers) to anchor your gratitude and fuel forward progress
How to create harmony between pursuing big goals and enjoying what you’ve already achieved

Resources Mentioned:
HERO Roles Assessment: https://amandamckinney.com/quiz
Capacity Calculator: https://amandamckinney.com/calculator
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Amanda's Website: https://www.amandamckinney.com/
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Study on gratitude lowering stress - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Positive_psychology
Research 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