189: Reinvent Your Identity & Make Decisions for Yourself w/ Maddy Park

189: Reinvent Your Identity & Make Decisions for Yourself w/ Maddy Park

Author: Aileen Xu June 26, 2022 Duration: 56:47
Following a set career path with clear steps may feel safe, but is that honoring your true self? Maddy Park talks about her upbringing, how it led to years of stability (and an unfulfilling career in dentistry), and taking the risk to become a content creator making cozy cooking vlogs.

While juggling a part time job and creating cooking videos, Maddy shares how cooking became a form of therapy and how she formed a new identity by taking control of her life. She also takes us behind the scenes of Cafe Maddy Cab: an AAPI charity and non-profit (despite having no experience at all).

TIMESTAMPS:

  • 4:14 — Cooking is like Therapy
  • 8:42 — Growing up Korean, Following a “Stable” Career Path, and Becoming a Content Creator
  • 13:20 — Forming a New Identity and Quitting Dentistry
  • 19:48 — Advice for My Younger Self
  • 22:36 — Inspiration and My Grandpa
  • 32:05 — Cafe Maddy Cab
  • 45:12 — Taking Control of Life and Investing Into What You Want To Do
  • 51:03 — Be Your Number 1 Fan of Your Own Content

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Aileen Xu hosts The Lavendaire Lifestyle, a space designed for those looking to weave more intention into the fabric of their daily lives. This podcast explores the interconnected nature of personal growth, where improving your physical fitness directly influences your mental clarity, and spiritual curiosity enriches your approach to education and self-improvement. Episodes delve into practical routines for health alongside deeper conversations about purpose and inner peace, drawing from a variety of philosophies and traditions without being anchored to any single path. You’ll hear honest reflections on building a life that feels both productive and meaningful, where caring for your mind and body is part of a holistic journey. The Lavendaire Lifestyle serves as a companion for redefining success on your own terms, offering thoughtful perspectives that encourage action beyond just passive listening. It’s for anyone who believes that a well-lived life incorporates care for every aspect of the self, fostering a sense of balance and authentic growth through its diverse topics.
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