Author Archives: Maya Akai Presents

So often we put the needs, wants, desires and demands of others ahead of our own. More often than not, it is unconscious and a pattern of behavior we have normalized; and others have come to expect it. We hear words like giver, unselfish and sacrifice often associated with this behavior but rarely surrender. Surrender??Continue reading “M.A.Y.A. Episode #25: Reclaim your PERSONAL POWER!!!!”

Welcome to the first Episode of M.A.Y.A. My Ambition Your Ambition of 2021. We are kicking of the new year with addressing how to deal with challenge and change, specifically starting with an evaluation of the ever so important Comfort Zone . The Comfort zone is the construct that encompasses psychological, emotional, and behavioral domainsContinue reading “M.A.Y.A Episode #24: The Security and Sabotage of the “Comfort Zone””

This is the final thought show for 2020.. and it is par for the course to talk about challenge and change. This show will set up the first show of 2021 that will be about the purpose and dangers of “The Comfort Zone”. Join me for Episode# 23 to talk about how 2020 has testedContinue reading “M.A.Y.A. Episode #23 : If it Doesn’t CHALLENGE You..It Don’t CHANGE You!!!”

Negative and positive thinking is directly impacted by our past and present experiences. People, places and things forge our memories and become the framework of how we perceive things and development our perception on what is going on in our lives. Let’s take a step back and look at how we focus our thinking onContinue reading “M.A.Y.A. Episode #22: What’s Behind Your Thinking??”

Striking balance in relationships is often complicated and frustrating. Part of working toward balance is understanding what is necessary to achieve them. Equality and Equity are two relationship elements you should get familiar with. Though, these two words are often used interchangeably in defining things or considered to be synonymous, they are not. Join MayaContinue reading “M.A.Y.A. Episode #21: Understanding Equality & Equity and how they impact your relationships”

The holiday season is upon us, but it is unlike any other holiday we have ever experienced. This season, many people are struggling to a make it and now they have the added stress of trying to meet the expectation of the biggest holiday of the year. Question??? Have you taken the time to stopContinue reading “M.A.Y.A. Episode #20: The Emotion and Mindset Behind Money”

M.A.Y.A. Episode #19: Putting your relationships into perspective We have different types of relationships in our lives. Personal relationships, encompasses , family, friends and significant others. Professional relationships, involve peers, bosses, maybe people you manage or do business with. Whatever the relationship it is important to make sure you understand the dynamics of each andContinue reading

So often we can identify the issues that others are dealing with, but how do you process it in your frame of reference? Do you connect on any level with other people’s pain and if so Why?, How ? and What do you do with your understanding. In Episode #18 we will explore the emotionsContinue reading “M.A.Y.A. Episode#18: Understanding and Harnessing the Power of Empathy”

M.A.Y.A. Episode #17: Understanding & Utilizing Perception and Perspective These are two words that deal with the way we perceive, understand and interpret things. Although these two words are often thought to be synonymous, be careful in using them interchangeably. Perception basically refers to the way we THINK about or UNDERSTAND someone or something. PerspectiveContinue reading

When you learn how to prioritize your life, you can focus with intention on what matters and accomplish your most important goals and become or grow closer to being the better version of yourself. A key to prioritizing and unlocking the best version of yourself is having a clear understanding of what matters you andContinue reading “M.A.Y.A (Episode 16) The Key to Unlocking the Best Version of Yourself ( Hint, Core Values)”