Today’s episode is a story of acceptance – the art of finding strength and wisdom when life doesn’t go according to plan. Joining us is Emi Nietfeld, a true inspiration who went from homelessness to Harvard University. Emi saw a way out of her hopeless life and became fixated on her dream of an Ivy League education, only to discover that Harvard didn’t quite meet her expectations. After graduation, she secured a coveted job at Google seemingly guaranteeing a life of success and stability. Emi reveals that healing and growth can’t be gained from a relationship, a prestigious college, or a high-powered job. Why the traumas of ourpast won’t define us– and proves that it’s the journey, not the destination, but the transformation we experience along the way that truly matters.
Emi Nietfeld, is the author of Acceptance, named one of the best books of 2022 by NPR and Amazon. After graduating from Harvard College, in 2015 she worked at Google, an experience she wrote about in her viral New York Times Essay, “After Working at Google, I’ll Never Let Myself Love a Job Again.” Her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Teen Vogue, Slate, and many other publications. She lives in New York City with her family.
Emi shares invaluable tips on navigating through failed relationships, job setbacks and missed opportunities.
To find out more about Emi Nietfeld follow on Instagram @eminietfeld or website www.eminietfeld.com or purchase Acceptance available in both hardcover and paperback.