EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 42 MIN
#380 Presence, Authentic Success & Staying True While Building a Career – Jessica Wilde
from Awaken with Oliver Podcast · host Oliver George Cartledge
In this episode, we explore presence, authenticity, and what it really means to build success without losing yourself.Through an honest and grounded conversation, we unpack the tension between ambition and alignment, why being present matters more than documenting life, and how artists and entrepreneurs can stay true to their values while navigating pressure, visibility, and growth. Drawing from music, business, and lived experience, we explore the trade-offs between fame, control, and creative freedom.The conversation moves into deeper territory around longevity, foundations, and inner alignment — questioning the culture of quick wins and external validation, and exploring why sustainable success is built through self-trust, patience, and authenticity over time.This episode is for anyone interested in creative careers, entrepreneurship, personal growth, presence, authenticity, and redefining success from the inside out — especially if you’re pursuing something meaningful and want to stay aligned along the way.Watch the episode on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/yeskingoliverConnect & explore moreInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliverFREE course — Take Control: http://www.talkwitholiver.comEpisode Chapters00:00 – Embracing life’s highs and lows03:50 – Why presence matters more than capturing moments07:04 – Authentic connection vs chasing scale and fame10:14 – Staying true under external pressure13:30 – Longevity, foundations, and avoiding quick wins16:45 – Authentic leadership and influence20:10 – Building a meaningful path over timeGuest BioJessica Wilde is a singer, artist, producer, and founder of PxSSY PWR. Known for her raw lyricism and emotionally honest storytelling, her work explores themes of addiction, escapism, toxic relationships, healing, sobriety, and empowerment. She has received strong support from BBC Radio 1, performed at Glastonbury and Jazz Cafe, opened for artists such as Nile Rodgers and Ghetts, and collaborated with Rudimental, Emeli Sandé, and Grammy Award winner Kizzo.Send us Fan MailSupport the showRaw, unedited conversations exploring healing, self-awareness, trauma, and personal growth.Hosted by Oliver, who overcame Tourette’s, ADHD, and OCD through lifestyle changes and nervous system regulation, this podcast focuses on real, practical healing — not theory.Each episode covers topics like emotional triggers, inner child healing, mindfulness, identity, and building resilience through honest, lived experience.For anyone seeking clarity, emotional freedom, and deeper self-understanding.Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/yeskingoliverInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliverDownload my FREE PDF — Take Control: http://www.talkwitholiver.comCommunity for healers, lightworkers & conscious travellers:Connect, exchange services, plan journeys, list retreats, discover festivals, and share your work:https://www.findmytribe.org
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In this episode, we explore presence, authenticity, and what it really means to build success without losing yourself. Through an honest and grounded conversation, we unpack the tension between ambition and alignment, why being present matters more than documenting life, and how artists and entrepreneurs can stay true to their values while navigating pressure, visibility, and growth. Drawing from music, business, and lived experience, we explore the trade-offs between fame, control, and cre...
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