Practically on Purpose

In this episode, Nneya Richards joins me to talk about what it means to walk away from the “default path” and build a life that may not be “legible” (h/t Paul Millerd ) but is deeply aligned, creatively, personally, and spiritually. Nneya is a writer, speaker, travel expert, and true multi-hyphenate who’s been ahead of the curve for years. From early bylines at Teen Vogue to building a life across...

She did everything right. Harvard trained lawyer, federal prosecutor. But inside, Amanda was unraveling. Raised in a tight-knit Arab American immigrant community, she was taught that success meant stability. A job, a title, a marriage. But the path that promised security left her burnt out, disconnected, and questioning everything. In this deeply personal conversation, Amanda shares how trauma, id...

In this episode, Allie reads her recent essay "Reclaiming the Golden Rule" about why the Golden Rule isn't child's play but instead is an urgent message for our time. She also leads a 10 minute guided meditation practice based on the essay to help us cultivate an open heart. Many thanks to Mutual Benefit for the rad intro/outro music. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wit...

What if letting go of the five-year plan is the first step toward actually feeling like yourself? In this soul-forward conversation, I sit down with Catherine Pao, a former tech exec turned holistic leadership coach who helps high-functioning humans make friends with their intuition. She’s also the incredible human who supported me last year through some of the most challenging parts of stepping i...

An essay on learning to honor intuition. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alliecanton.substack.com

What if the key to lasting wellness wasn’t about overhauling your entire life, but returning to simple truths? In this episode, Allie is joined by Rachel Johnson—lawyer, founder of J&O Law and Ah.mi Health, and mom of three—for an honest conversation about ambition, burnout, wellness, and building a life that feels as good as it looks. Rachel shares how she transitioned from Big Law to entrepreneu...

In this grounding meditation, Allie leads you through a gentle body scan and breath-focused practice designed to soothe your nervous system and reconnect you to the present moment. Whether you’re feeling scattered, tense, or simply want to re-center, this practice invites you to drop into the body, release what you’re holding, and remember the simple rhythm of breath in and breath out. Using simpl...

Episode Summary What happens when a top strategist at some of the world’s largest tech companies walks away from the known? In this reflective episode, Glenn DeVore joins Allie to talk about the slow unraveling of his corporate identity, the radical power of not knowing, and the healing that emerged from silence. From strategy decks to Vipassana retreats, Glenn shares the moments that cracked him...

Practically On Purpose is a podcast hosted by Allie Canton, aimed at high achievers seeking deeper meaning and purpose in their lives. Through honest reflections and soulful conversations, the podcast explores the journey of self-discovery, navigating transitions, and the importance of living authentically. Allie shares her personal experiences and invites listeners to join her in exploring what i...

Welcome to my creativity origin story for this phase :) It's been just over a year since my professional high met my personal low. I left my job as Senior Exec and General Counsel of a healthcare startup, completely burnt out after decades of grinding, people-pleasing, and misadventures. My mind buzzed with to-dos, I snapped at my son, neglected friends and family, and my meditation practice sputt...