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STANDOUT From The CrowdAuthor: Darine BenAmara
A weekly podcast giving you an inside look into the world of leadership. Each episode showcases the stories of some of the brightest Canadian Women leaders and entrepreneurs of our time who reveal the blueprint behind their success. So, if you are looking for ways to amplify your voice, grow your impact and influence, your host; Darine BenAmara will help you walk away with the inspiration and practical steps to become the leader you were meant to be and build your legacy! Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#112 | Darine: Purpose, Power & Ease: Redefining Ambition Without the Hustle Culture
Episode 112
Wednesday, 1 April, 2026
Have you ever noticed how the harder you push, the less aligned your success begins to feel? For many ambitious women, hustle once worked. It built careers, created opportunities, and delivered results. But as you enter your late 30s and 40s, something shifts. The pace that once fueled your growth starts to drain your energy. The urgency that once drove your ambition begins to disconnect you from yourself. In this episode, we explore the deeper truth behind that shift: Why hustle culture stops working for women after 35 — and how to redefine ambition through clarity, energy, and ease. This is not about doing less. It’s about doing what actually works for the woman you’re becoming. If you’ve been feeling: exhausted by constant pressure disconnected from your intuition successful, yet not fully aligned ready for a new way to lead and live This episode will help you recalibrate your ambition — without losing your edge. Key Topics Discussed: Why hustle culture becomes unsustainable after 35 How chronic urgency impacts your nervous system and decision-making The difference between high performance and aligned performance How to shift from adrenaline-driven success to sustainable ambition Key Takeaways: Hustle is often a survival strategy, not a sustainable identity Your body will eventually reject the pace your ego once tolerated Ease is not about doing less, it’s about removing what is misaligned Real power comes from clarity, not constant effort Actionable Steps: Before you set your next goal, stop for one moment and ask: did I actually receive what the last one gave me? Not just — did I hit it. But — who did I become in the process? What do I now know? What do I want to leave behind? Most high-achieving women skip this completely. They close one chapter and open the next before the ink is dry. And that's how ambition becomes a treadmill instead of a path. The clarity filter isn't about slowing down. It's about making sure you are the one deciding what comes next — not momentum, not pressure, not habit. ▶️ Listen Now Listen to the full episode and take your time with it. Discover Your ICONIC Archetype: And if you want to understand how your ambition is evolving, 👉 take the ICONIC Archetype Quiz — it will give you a clear, personalized starting point. Connect with Darine: - On Instagram - On LinkedIn Subscribe & Review: If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review! Follow us on Tiktok | Instagram to stay updated. Check out our partner, AFROA Beauty, for wellness-focused skincare products that support a radiant, healthy lifestyle. Other episodes you may like: Rewriting Beauty After 35: From Anti-Aging Pressure to Pro-Radiance Living Burnout Recovery Blueprint: Rebuilding Your Energy, Identity & Leadership After Overwhelm The Art of Elevated Simplicity: How Clarity, Space & Slow Power Transform Your 40s
