Talks to Motivate You Playlist (1/10): My year of saying yes to everything | Shonda Rhimes

This podcast episode centers on Shonda Rhimes' transformative "year of yes," detailing how saying yes to things that scared her, including public speaking and acting, dissolved her fears. A pivotal moment arose when her toddler asked her to play, leading to a vow to always say yes to her children's requests. This commitment unexpectedly reignited her passion for work, which she describes as "the hum." However, overwork led to burnout, silencing the hum until she rediscovered it through focused, loving play with her children. Rhimes emphasizes that the "real hum" stems from joy and love, not just professional success, advocating for prioritizing personal fulfillment and simple pleasures. She encourages listeners to find their own sources of joy and dedicate just 15 uninterrupted minutes to them daily.