1117 Is Success an Illusion? Olga Zalite on Redefining Success and Preserving Human Creativity

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See more: https://thinkfuture.substack.comConnect with Olga: https://olia.art---If “success” is just a story we’ve been sold—what does it mean to live on your own terms?In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis speaks with Olga Zalite, illustrator and creative thinker, about how our understanding of success has been hijacked by external forces—and what it means to reclaim it in an AI-driven world.They question whether “success” even exists as a meaningful concept or if it’s just a social construct built on performance, comparison, and approval. Olga and Chris share their personal experiences of chasing externally defined goals—only to realize that fulfillment comes from alignment, not achievement.We cover:- Why “success” is more performance than purpose- How social media and consumer culture shape our desires- The evolving meaning of success through different life stages- The impact of AI on creative professions and artistic value- Why preserving human skills and critical thinking matters more than ever- How to define success on your own terms in an age of automationOlga also shares her perspective as an artist navigating a world where AI-generated art is flooding the market, challenging both value and originality.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re chasing your own dream—or someone else’s—this conversation will make you stop and think.