# Ambition Is Great. So Is Enough.

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Podcast: [A Little Zen A Little Mess](https://stenobird.com/podcast/a-little-zen-a-little-mess-6578545)
Published: 2026-06-27T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of A Little Zen, A Little Mess, Seema explores a question many of us rarely stop to ask: How much is enough? In a world that constantly encourages us to achieve more, earn more, and become more, it's easy to postpone happiness until the next milestone arrives. Through the timeless story of a fisherman and a businessman, reflections on ambition, and wisdom from Lao Tzu, this episode explores how we can continue growing without losing sight of the life we already have. Because ambition and contentment are not opposites. Perhaps the sweetest life is found somewhere in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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