Arianna Huffington: She Built A $315M Empire. It Nearly Killed Her

What does success really cost?In this powerful episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, I sit down with Arianna Huffington — founder of The Huffington Post and Thrive Global — to unpack the truth behind burnout, ambition, and what it actually takes to build a sustainable life.After collapsing from exhaustion while building one of the world’s most influential media companies, Arianna redefined how we think about productivity, wellbeing, and success. In this conversation, she shares the lessons that changed everything.This episode is especially relevant for women navigating career, motherhood, ambition, and the pressure to “do it all.”We spoke about:- Burnout and why it has become the default for ambitious women- The science of sleep and why 7–9 hours is non-negotiable- How sleep impacts weight, stress, productivity, and long-term health- The “obnoxious roommate” in your head (and how to manage it)- Guilt, perfectionism, and the mental load women carry- Simple habits to improve your wellbeing and performance- Why success without wellbeing is unsustainable- How to rethink ambition, productivity, and balanceWhy you should watch: If you’ve been feeling constantly tired, overwhelmed, or stretched between multiple roles — this episode will challenge how you think about success and give you a new framework to approach your life and work.Social Media: My Instagram:   / masoomminawala  My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c...About Me: A global influencer and entrepreneur, who aims at bringing Indian fashion on a global platform and popularity. I work with my team around the clock to curate content on fashion, lifestyle, women empowerment, and inspiring personal stories. Using my platform of 1 million followers now, I also work towards popularizing and supporting Indian designers, globally. As a supporter and believer in women and their entrepreneurial skills, I have now founded Empowher too.The initiative helps inspire guide, and uplift women who want to grow or kick-start their journey in the competitive world of business