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 — Following a “stable” career path
13:20 — Forming a new identity and quitting dentistry
19:48 — Advice for her younger self
22:36 — Inspiration from Korean roots
32:05 — Cafe Maddy Cab
45:12 — Finally taking control of life
51:03 — Be your own #1 fan

Follow Maddy:
• Website | https://www.cafemaddy.com
• Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/cafemaddy

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Life is an art. Make it your masterpiece. The Lavendaire Lifestyle is a podcast on personal growth and lifestyle design. Hosted by YouTuber and entrepreneur Aileen Xu, this podcast shares insight & inspiration on how to create your dream life.

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