Working Towards Our Purpose

100 episodes in 3.5 years of Working Towards our Purpose, and here's what I learned. In this special 100th episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I share the most important lessons I've learned since starting this podcast over 3 years ago. I discuss the challenges and breakthroughs of my journey, from feeling lost to discovering truly meaningful work and authentic community. You'll hear my honest...

Have you ever felt confused at your corporate job? Or even like your boss has been gaslighting you? Today we discuss this very issue and how unfair treatment is far too common in the corporate setting. I'll discuss practical strategies that anyone struggling with feeling confused at work can use to protect themselves and regain clarity. You shouldn't have to live in confusion. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Softe...

What if you didn't see yourself as a high achiever anymore? What would happen? How would you feel? That's what we talk about in today's episode of Working Towards Our Purpose. I open up about letting go of the identity of "high achiever" and replacing it with peace, calm, and self-compassion instead of the relentless hustle. If you've ever struggled with burnout, the constant pressure to succeed,...

Have you ever been afraid you're making the wrong decision? Does being afraid of making the wrong decision, keep you from making a decision? In this episode, we dive into overcoming the fear of making the wrong choice. We discuss how to tell if you're choices are going to be right for you. Learn how to start trusting your inner voice, even when there's lots of outside influence. We'll talk about h...

Do you ever feel like you're on autopilot? Just going through the motions of life with little control over how things are going? In this episode, we explore this feeling of being on autopilot and what to do to get unstuck. Drawing from both my personal experiences and the inspiring story of musician Petey USA 's journey from dead-end jobs to successful music career, we examine the power of micro d...

The fear of failure kept me stuck for a while, but I'm learning to not let it hold me back. In this episode, we dive deep into why we seem to all have this fear of failing. Drawing on my own personal journey, we explore common myths about the fear of failure, break down the roots of why, and at the end I'll share a mindset shift that can help you stop playing into it. If you've let fear of sucking...

What happens when you let impostor syndrome win? In today's episode, we talk about the side effects of imposter syndrome. I share my personal struggle with feeling like an impostor and look back to show how it's affected my life's path. Imposter syndrome can derail your dreams, but with practical strategies and a little help, you can overcome the inner critic that keeps you stuck. The side effects...

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in the same cycle of life, and just can't seem to get out? In this episode, we get into how you can finally break that cycle and rewrite your story.  We will ask some questions that will challenge the internal beliefs that shape our path. You'll receive some powerful self-reflection strategies that can help you move from feeling stuck to taking actionable steps f...

Discover why not having all the answers could be the breakthrough you need to start moving towards your purpose. In this episode, we embrace uncertainty and talk about why it's so hard to start when you don't know where you're going. I share my own struggles with not having all the answers and how letting go, having patience, and putting in consistent effort can help overcome self-doubt and stagna...

When you're in a depressive spiral, why does it feel like you're the only one it happens to? In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, we explore that feeling of "something wrong with you". I share my personal experience navigating depression, comparison, and an overactive harsh inner critic that many of us experience. We’ll discuss why it’s common to feel inadequate and how mental health st...

Does the term finding yourself sound cringy? I've seen my fair share of eye rolls when it comes up, but why? In this episode, we confront the societal shame that is often associated with self-discovery. I share my personal, continued, journey with finding myself and breaking free from the ideas others have for you. We talk about corporate conditioning, navigating other people's advice, and tuning...

Ever wonder why everything feels urgent? It doesn't have to. In this episode, I talk about how to manage that feeling of urgency when everything feels overwhelming, especially with an ADHD brain. I share my own experiences with focus drift, practical strategies from the book "The 5-Minute Focus Reset," and actionable steps to improve your focus and overcome distractions. If you’re struggling to fi...

Why is the self always the harshest critic? In this episode, we talk about how to stop being so hard on yourself and how you can quiet your inner critic, something that holds so many of us back from real personal growth. I share my own experience navigating self-criticism, why the myth of harsh self-judgment doesn’t lead to success, and finding the roots of your inner critic. If you’re ready to sh...

Have you been ignoring something you've been thinking about for a while? In today's episode, we discuss how to stop ignoring your needs and how to start giving yourself the permission to do the things you desire. After a bout with the flu, I had a lot of time to think about my own life, and thought about some things I've been wanting to do for a while but haven't. I reveal two key questions that h...

Did you watch the Olympic athletes and wonder, what am I doing with my life? What's my purpose? In this week's episode, we discuss the question, is it too late to find your purpose? I share practical steps to help you identify your unique gifts and talents when you feel like you don't have any. We also explore the emotional challenges of comparison and self-criticism and I offer two practical acti...

Ever feel like you're just going through the motions at work? Time is just going by and you're standing still? In this episode, I share my honest experience with how to stop going through the motions at work and the emotional impact of feeling disconnected. You'll hear my real stories about overcoming disassociation, reclaiming a sense of authenticity, and taking small steps toward feeling more pr...

Want to make a change but feel like you're not ready? In this episode, I dive into the question: How do you know if you’re ready to leave the life you’ve outgrown? The short answer is, you'll likely never "feel ready", but it doesn't mean you should let that hold you back. I break down the difference between feeling unsafe or just uncomfortable. If you’re reaching outside your comfort zone, this e...

Leaving Corporate America is often sold as a glamorous leap into freedom, but the reality is much messier. For many high-achievers, the biggest obstacle isn't the financial plan, it's the paralyzing fear of starting over and the identity crisis that comes with being a "beginner" again. After years of performing a version of success that didn't fit, stepping into the unknown feels like a threat to...

Ready to move on from your corporate job but have no idea where to go? I know how you feel because that was me 5 years ago. In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I address this feeling of knowing you want to leave, but not having any idea of where to go. I share what it was like for me and what I learned from the process. If you’re stuck, not knowing what to do post corporate life, I off...

Struggling to focus with ADHD? In this episode, I talk about one method you can use to focus with ADHD to regain mental clarity and productivity. If you’re overwhelmed by constant thoughts and struggling to finish tasks, I break down my personal experience and share practical ADHD focusing tips. Learn how identifying with ADHD and using a simple brain dumping method can transform your daily routin...

Ever wonder what really happens when you walk away from your corporate career, and what you stand to gain if you take the leap? In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I share my honest reflections on life 5 years after leaving my corporate job and what it's really like outside of the corporate grind. You’ll hear about overcoming the fear of letting go, rediscovering creativity, and findin...

Do you ever felt lost because you don’t have everything figured out? In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I talk about the feeling of being overwhelmed when you don't have it all figured out. I share my personal struggles with imposter syndrome and the pressure to have everything planned, especially with my podcast journey. If you're battling overwhelm at the start of this new year you'...

Are you ready to finally stop getting in your own way and create lasting change in 2026? In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I discuss how to overcome self-sabotage and stop letting your inner critic keep you from reaching your goals, especially as we head into 2026. With the new year approaching, we talk about setting New Year’s resolutions, breaking out of your comfort zone, and embr...

Struggling with self-acceptance during the holidays? In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I open up about the real challenges of some of us face around the holidays. I share actionable steps for finding authenticity, gratitude, and compassion during this season that can be stressful . Whether you're coping with holiday anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics, this conversation o...

Discover how building genuine community can transform your personal growth, inspire you, and hold you accountable to your purpose. In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I wanted to talk about the importance of finding and fostering community, sharing my own experience navigating phases of loneliness, connection, and growth. We'll explore what community really means, beyond having friends...