#557 – When Striving Steals Your Joy with Ashley Menzies Babatunde

Today I’m talking with Ashley Menzies Babatunde—lawyer, DEI leader, storyteller, and host of No Straight Path . Ashley shares how striving, achievement, and perfection shaped her early years…and how failure, burnout, and grief invited her to slow down and rediscover who she really is. We talk about knowing when you’re striving, how to reconnect with your purpose, the healing power of journaling, and navigating big feelings while becoming a new mother without your own mom here. Ashley also introduces the concept of “time affluence” and how to create space in your life for the things that actually bring joy. It’s honest, warm, insightful, and full of permission to breathe. Highlights from Today’s Episode Simple signs you’re striving instead of living intentionally How journaling helps uncover your passions The power of mentorship and sharing your network Related Resources Connect with Ashley on Instagram or her website . Listen to Ashley’s podcast “No Straight Path” here . Check out Happier Hour by Cassie Holmes, PhD CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES The post – When Striving Steals Your Joy with Ashley Menzies Babatunde first appeared on Chrystal Evans Hurst .

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This episode was published on Dec 1, 2025.

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