When Hustle Becomes Harmful: Ambition or Anxiety?

When Hustle Becomes Harmful: Ambition or Anxiety?

Author: Anchored Media Network August 15, 2025 Duration: 54:48
Blessed + Bossed Up
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In this special episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, I’m sharing an episode from one of my favorite shows — the Prescription for Purpose Podcast hosted by my friend, Dr. Sharla Walker. This message, Is It Ambition or Anxiety That’s Driving You?, fits perfectly with our Internal Harmony series and will challenge you to evaluate the true motivation behind your hustle.

Dr. Sharla breaks down the difference between holy ambition — God-given zeal rooted in peace, identity, and purpose — versus anxious ambition fueled by pressure, fear, and the need to prove yourself. Using biblical examples like Saul, Martha, and Nehemiah, she unpacks how to discern your drive, pace yourself with God, and protect your assignment from distraction.

Whether you’re in business, ministry, or simply navigating life, this episode will give you practical tools to align your ambition with God’s will — so you’re moving in purpose, not just in motion.

Tune in now and make sure you subscribe to The Prescription for Purpose Podcast so you never miss an episode that will keep you rooted in faith, focused on purpose, and equipped to thrive in every area of life.



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Every week on Blessed + Bossed Up, you’ll find a conversation that sits at the intersection of practical business hustle and grounded spiritual faith. This isn’t about keeping those parts of life separate; it’s about integrating them to build a life of purpose and impact. Host Tatum Temia Ayomike brings her experience as an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and executive producer to each episode, but she comes first as a devoted Christian and a sister on the same path. The Anchored Media Network podcast provides a space where purposeful women can gather to discuss what it truly means to let God lead as the CEO of their ambitions. You’ll hear honest talk about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the necessity of an uncompromising faith, and the daily strategies-both divine and practical-needed to move forward. It’s for anyone who believes their success is a form of stewardship and wants to be equipped with clarity and courage. Tune in for a blend of mentorship, real-world insights, and spiritual encouragement designed to help you navigate the call on your life and business with confidence.
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