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Episode 348: From Side Passions to Purpose - Cultivating Self-Trust Through Creativity with Aideen Ni Riada

Success is Subjective: Real People. Raw Stories. Embracing a Non-Linear Life!

Success is Subjective: Real People. Raw Stories. Embracing a Non-Linear Life!
Episode 348: From Side Passions to Purpose - Cultivating Self-Trust Through Creativity with Aideen Ni Riada
May 12, 2026 Season 4 Episode 348
Joanna Lilley, MA, NCC

In this episode of Success if Subjective, Joanna sits down with Aideen Ni Riada, a vocal coach and creative mentor who helps people build confidence and reconnect with their authentic voice through singing and creativity. Aideen shares her nonlinear journey from growing up in Ireland and pursuing “safe” career paths, to experiencing burnout in London before eventually rebuilding her life around music, self-expression, and meaningful work. Together, they explore the pressure many young people feel to choose practical paths over creative passions, the importance of self-trust and experimentation, and how success often comes from allowing yourself to evolve. This episode is a reminder that fulfillment rarely follows a straight line — and that creativity can become a powerful path back to yourself.

Aideen's Resources: 

Email: info@confidenceinsinging.com

Website: Confidence in Singing 

Facebook Group: Confidence In Singing With Aideen

Instagram: @aideenniriada


Connect with Joanna Lilley  

Therapeutic Consulting Association

Lilley Consulting Website

Lilley Consulting on Facebook 

Email: joanna@lilleyconsulting.com

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