Choosing Alignment Over Ambition with Daria Burke
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Choosing Alignment Over Ambition with Daria Burke

1:09:40 Apr 29, 2025
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#289: What if success isn’t about climbing higher, but about getting closer to yourself?In this episode, I sit down with Daria Burke—former CMO, writer, and possibility model—to talk about choosing alignment over ambition, creating space to heal, and honoring your gifts even when they aren’t profitable.We talk about her bold decision to step away from high-powered titles, how somatic practices helped her reconnect with herself, and why radical honesty became the foundation of her memoir Of My Own Making.We Also Talk About…Why Daria chose to step away from her CMO roleWhat it means to give yourself permission not to want certain accoladesHow to meet high expectations while giving yourself graceHow somatic practices can help your healingWhy being unrelatable is a good thingResources:Follow Daria on Instagram @dariaburkeCheck out Of My Own Making: A Memoir by Daria BurkeCheck out Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth GilbertSubscribe to my Substack, Balance with LesCheck out my new brand Spacious Rituals and get your virtual planner for 2025!Keep in touch:Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfredFollow on TikTok @shessoluckypod @lesalfredVisit our website at balancedblackgirl.comSponsors:Nutrafol | Get stronger, healthier hair with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering $10 OFF your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to nutrafol.com and enter promo code BALANCEDLES.Shopify | Get your online business up and running with Shopify. Sign up for $1 per month trial period at shopify.com/balancedblackgirl.Nuuly | Upgrade your wardrobe by subscribing to Nuuly. Nuuly is a great value at $98 for any 6 styles, but r
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