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Ambition. It’s a tricky word. It’s long been associated with people trampling over others for power and being driven in terms of money and status. But the true, pure meaning of ambition is simply the desire to achieve. Achieve what, though? Now, that’s where it gets complicated.
While researching the book, a question developed in my mind: why do I want what I want? Is it truly ‘me’ deciding, or is it only what I think I should want? I was excited to discover all my research and interviews confirmed that ambition is, in fact, healthy, because it drives us to create better lives – and that success is not ‘one size fits all’.