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

Thinking big is a social and cultural norm. We are taught to think often beyond today and plan for tomorrow. Yet there is a danger in thinking and planning ahead, you can miss being in the moment. Being in the moment can be rewarding , uncomfortable or confusing; all the more reason to be present and accountable for what and who we are at that time . In Episode #27 of M.A.Y.A, we will discuss the...

Build it and they will come...Seek and you shall find. Well known sayings that indirectly points to one very important variable to accomplish the desired outcome, your purpose. Knowing and understanding your purpose is one of the many keys that will help you to unlock one of the many dimensions that comprise the best version of you. Whether you have no idea where you really want to go, do or be or...

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day “To hear I have a dream” ..yet here we are looking at the dream that has only become a partial reality... and WHY because of hate, fear and privilege. Join me tonight for an impromptu conversation with Coach Lance C. Irvin and Jason Palmer about the MLK Dream vs. Reality Get Social with M.A.Y.A: @Maya_Akai (IG/Twitter) @Maya Akai Presents (FB) Available on iTune, G...

So often we put the needs, wants, desires and demands of others ahead of our own. More often than not, it is unconscious and a pattern of behavior we have normalized; and others have come to expect it. We hear words like giver, unselfish and sacrifice often associated with this behavior but rarely surrender. Surrender?? yes surrendering your wants, needs and desire to appease and accommodate healt...

Welcome to the first Episode of M.A.Y.A. My Ambition Your Ambition of 2021. We are kicking of the new year with addressing how to deal with challenge and change, specifically starting with an evaluation of the ever so important Comfort Zone . The Comfort zone is the construct that encompasses psychological, emotional, and behavioral domains that exist to create familiarity and feelings of security...

This is the final thought show for 2020.. and it is par for the course to talk about challenge and change. This show will set up the first show of 2021 that will be about the purpose and dangers of "The Comfort Zone". Join me for Episode# 23 to talk about how 2020 has tested and transformed many of our lives. We will reflect on the emotional, mental, financial, spiritual and physical changes many...

Negative and positive thinking is directly impacted by our past and present experiences. People, places and things forge our memories and become the framework of how we perceive things and development our perception on what is going on in our lives. Let's take a step back and look at how we focus our thinking on situations from the context and meaning we assign to them...Let's reflect on your atti...

Striking balance in relationships is often complicated and frustrating. Part of working toward balance is understanding what is necessary to achieve them. Equality and Equity are two relationship elements you should get familiar with. Though, these two words are often used interchangeably in defining things or considered to be synonymous, they are not. Join Maya in Episode #21 to understand the im...

The holiday season is upon us, but it is unlike any other holiday we have ever experienced. This season, many people are struggling to a make it and now they have the added stress of trying to meet the expectation of the biggest holiday of the year. Question??? Have you taken the time to stop and really consider how 2020 has changed, re-arranged or impacted your life? If not, now is the time to st...

We have different types of relationships in our lives. Personal relationships, encompasses , family, friends and significant others. Professional relationships, involve peers, bosses, maybe people you manage or do business with. Whatever the relationship it is important to make sure you understand the dynamics of each and how they impact you on mental, emotional, physical, financial and spiritual...

So often we can identify the issues that others are dealing with, but how do you process it in your frame of reference? Do you connect on any level with other people's pain and if so Why?, How ? and What do you do with your understanding. In Episode #18 we will explore the emotions of apathy, sympathy and empathy and how the more emotional in touch you are with yourself the greater your emotional...

These are two words that deal with the way we perceive, understand and interpret things. Although these two words are often thought to be synonymous, be careful in using them interchangeably. Perception basically refers to the way we THINK about or UNDERSTAND someone or something. Perspective is the way we REGARD something or our point of view (POV). How you choose to use each of these during chal...

When you learn how to prioritize your life, you can focus with intention on what matters and accomplish your most important goals and become or grow closer to being the better version of yourself. A key to prioritizing and unlocking the best version of yourself is having a clear understanding of what matters you and why. In short , clearly understanding, defining and committing to your core values...

Self-Esteem is the cornerstone of how we feel about ourselves and interact with others. Self-esteem is predicated on early life experiences and continued engagement on social and cultural levels. Have would you rate your self-esteem? Do you feel it waivers at time? Self-Esteem is not fixed and can evolve as we progress through the life-span. Let's talk about self-esteem, the struggles we may encou...

We so often allow ourselves to be consumed by our emotions. Why is that?? In this Episode of M.A.Y.A: MY Ambition Your Ambition, we will discuss the importance of being mindful of your focus because it is the engine that drives your vehicle of emotions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m-a-y-a-my-ambition-your-ambition--4348579/support . Get Social with M.A.Y.A....

College is one of the most important times of a young adult's life. The transition from a parental guided life to independence can be exciting and at the same time, overwhelming. Part Three: The Freshmen Financial Challenge, dives into the financial mistakes that many college freshmen make. It is common knowledge that financial literacy is often not placed in a into a position of importance , yet...

College is one of the most important times of a young adult's life. The transition from a parental guided life to independence can be exciting and at the same time, overwhelming. Part Two: The Freshmen Challenge... Goes deeper into the struggles with social adjustment and explores the evolving self identity. Certified Behavior Analyst and Founder and Owner of Ulezi LLC, Dr. Nasiah Cirincione-Ulezi...

College is one of the most important times of a young adult's life. The transition from a parental guided life to independence can be exciting and at the same time, overwhelming. In this special edition of M.A.Y.A: My Ambition your Ambition, we will discuss how to prepare young adults for this exciting new time in their lives. In Part One, will discuss the Top Five Areas that Most College Freshmen...

Let's Talk Knowing the Difference between Change and Process!!! Not knowing could be hindering your happiness!!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m-a-y-a-my-ambition-your-ambition--4348579/support . Get Social with M.A.Y.A. Youtube, Facebook, IG & X @MayaSpeaks2U  Subscribe and Share www. Maya-Speaks.com Take M.A.Y.A. on the go!!! App Available NOW in the Ap...

We are the architects of ourselves. Many experiences, people, places and things do shape who we are BUT we ultimately have control of the person we desire to be! Self-Awareness.. is key to getting to the best version of yourself!!!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m-a-y-a-my-ambition-your-ambition--4348579/support . Get Social with M.A.Y.A. Youtube, Facebook, I...

Understanding your emotional, mental, physical and financial needs helps to navigate tough times, but how do we gain insight into what are needs are? and what drives them.? Let's have a candid conversation about Emotional Intelligence.. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m-a-y-a-my-ambition-your-ambition--4348579/support . Get Social with M.A.Y.A. Youtube, Faceboo...

Understanding your emotional, mental, physical and financial needs help to navigate tough times and create a greater understanding of what resources and support you need Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m-a-y-a-my-ambition-your-ambition--4348579/support . Get Social with M.A.Y.A. Youtube, Facebook, IG & X @MayaSpeaks2U  Subscribe and Share www. Maya-Speaks.c...

Let's talk about how failure to connect with yourself can lead to sabotaging almost all your other important relationships. Are there patterns of conflict that are pushing your relationships to the max in the wrong way. This episode uses the Gottman's Four Horsemen of Relationship sabotage to discuss pattens of conflict in communication in relationships. Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/...

Let's take a quick look at what we discussed in Episode #6 & 7 of M.A.Y.A: My Ambition Your Ambition where we expanded the conversation of your Personal relationship realm through focusing on your communication style (EP#6) and Bringing it all together to start working on the best version of yourself(EP#7)... Check out past episodes at www. MayaAkai.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://...

Episode #8 places the final piece of the puzzle of you into place. EP#8 talks your personality traits and how they impact every aspect of your life!!!. Visit www. MayaAkai.com for episode companion information in the podcast resource section Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m-a-y-a-my-ambition-your-ambition--4348579/support . Get Social with M.A.Y.A. Youtube, Fa...