Working Towards Our Purpose

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What if the problem isn’t your job, but the version of yourself you had to become to succeed in it? Corporate jobs don’t trap us because they’re evil. They trap us because they slowly teach us to disconnect from ourselves. If you're in corporate America and your life looks successful on paper but feels empty in practice, you’re not alone. This podcast is a space for the quiet questions you don’t say out loud at work. We explore the inner side of change: the fear of starting over, self-sabotage, the trap of external expectations, imposter syndrome, and the unsettling moment when you realize someone else’s definition of success isn't enough for you. This isn’t about quitting your job overnight or chasing money, but asking what feels right for you and finding clarity before making your next move. We deliver actionable strategies for complex career transitions. From managing ADHD-related overwhelm at work to overcoming the disconnect of the corporate grind. You’re not broken. You’ve just outgrown the life you built. New episodes weekly.

  1. 4d ago

    Overcoming The Fear of Making The Wrong Decision: How to Stop Overthinking | E97

    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 how to make the decision that's right for you using your internal alignment when navigating tough choices. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by indecision or uncertainty, this episode is for you. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 – Check-In01:42 – The Fear of Making the Wrong Decision03:29 – Struggling With Opinions and Outside Advice05:07 – Leaving Corporate & Taking the Leap06:30 – Lessons from Releasing My First Album08:37 – How Do You Know If You’re Making the Right Decision?10:34 – The Power of Trusting Your Intuition12:37 – Internal vs External Motivation 13:16 – Living Life for the First Time14:42 – Practicing Ownership Over Your Decisions15:29 – Softening Your Inner Critic16:38 – What’s Coming  💡Key Takeaways In this episode you'll learn: Learn how to overcome the fear of making the wrong choiceDiscover how to start trusting your inner voiceUnderstand how outside opinions can cloud your judgment Overcoming uncertainty Learn how to start trusting yourselfFind out how internal motivation leads to more purpose-driven decisions 🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch Feedback Form WTOP.com

    18 min
  2. May 25

    The Small Decision That Pulls You Out of Autopilot | E96

    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 decisions. And how to use them to reclaim ownership over your life and calm your nervous system. Listen in as I share practical strategies and relatable anecdotes on breaking free from feeling stuck on autopilot. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 - Check In01:41 - Living on Autopilot?02:59 - Petey's One Simple Change05:04 - The Power of one Decision06:30 - Micro Decisions08:31 - Calming Your Nervous System09:29 - Playfulness and Personal Growth10:27 - Applying Micro Decisions in My Life13:21 - Why Any Decision Is Better Than None14:05 - Letting Life Happen to You15:15 - What’s Your Next Micro Decision?16:02 - Softening Your Inner Critic  💡Key Takeaways In this episode you'll learn: How to get out of autopilot Learn what Petey did to completely change his lifeDiscover the impact of micro decisionsTaking ownership of your daily actions and choicesMaking no decision is a decision Realize that breaking free from autopilot starts with even the smallest, easiest choiceCalming your nervous system first 🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch

    17 min
  3. May 18

    How to Overcome Fear of Failure (One Mindset Shift That Changed Everything) | E95

    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 at something stop you before, this episode is for you. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 – Check In01:54 – Why Change and Failure Are So Scary03:27 – The Two Sides of Change04:08 – The Role of Our Schooling 06:09 – Dissecting the Fear of Failure07:12 – The Myth of Right Way vs. Wrong Way08:51 – The Hard Way Is Wrong Way10:27 – Why Doing Things the Hard Way Matters12:40 – Childhood Myths About Failure13:32 – Moving Past Fear and Facing Failure14:07 – Exposure Therapy15:51 – How to Start Embracing Failure16:51 – Soften Your Inner Critic17:20 – Closing  💡Key Takeaways In this episode you'll learn: Recognize how the fear of failure can hold you backUnderstand the impact of school on your mindset towards failureBreak down the reasons why we all have a fear of failureLearn why overcoming the fear of failure starts with shifting your mindsetDoing things the “right way” versus the “wrong way”How to use exposure therapy to build your resilienceHow to no longer avoid failure 🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch

    18 min
  4. May 11

    Imposter Syndrome Side Effects: Why You Feel Like A Spectator in Your Own Life | E94

    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 of imposter syndrome are real and the first step toward reclaiming your confidence is talking vulnerably about it. So that's what we're going to do. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 – Check in00:51 – What Is Imposter Syndrome?02:56 – The Side Effects of Imposter Syndrome04:43 – Career Detours07:05 – Shifting Focus09:00 – The Realities of Imposter Syndrome10:38 – Strategies for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome11:16 – Advice to My Younger Self12:10 – What Would It Feel Like to Believe in Yourself?13:35 – Softening Your Inner Critic  💡Key Takeaways In this episode you'll learn: Imposter syndrome side effectsHow not to derail your dreamsOvercoming imposter syndromeSpeaking your fears out loudFinding self-belief Drive and passion outweigh skillFinding community supportWhat if I believed in myself?Softening Your Inner Critic 🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch Feedback Form WTOP.com

    14 min
  5. May 4

    How to Break The Cycle and Rewrite Your Story | E93

    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 forward towards the life you desire. Drawing inspiration from a recent Theo Von podcast, I share honest insights on self-belief, being kind to yourself, and overcoming limiting beliefs. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 - Checking In 00:59 - Breaking the Cycle 01:57 - Key Questions to Ask Yourself 03:38 - Do You Really Want to Change? 07:14 - Are You Showing Up For Yourself? 11:37 - Do You Believe Something is Wrong With You? 15:39 - Challenging Our Limiting Beliefs 16:31 - Honest Conversations with Yourself 17:15 - Softening Your Inner Critic  💡Key Takeaways In this episode you'll learn: Understand how to break the cycleRewriting your own story Discover why self-belief is essentialBeing honest with yourself about what you truly wantShowing up for yourselfOvercoming limiting beliefsCultivating self-confidenceSilence your inner criticPractice self-compassion  🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch Feedback Form WTOP.com

    18 min
  6. Apr 27

    Why Not Having All The Answers, Is Your Answer - How To Trust Yourself | E92

    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 stagnation. Whether you're feeling stuck in a corporate job, overwhelmed, or searching for your purpose, this episode offers actionable tips on using uncertainty as your motivation. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 – Check In01:01 – Not Having All the Answers 02:26 – Facing Frustration03:19 – Not Seeing the Final Product05:57 – The Power of Being a Beginner06:59 – Patience and Consistent Effort07:37 – The Podcast Journey: Step-by-Step Growth09:16 – Letting Go & Having Patience11:12 – Knowing Yourself & What You Want13:28 – Taking the Right Advice for You14:22 – Consistent Effort in Your Own Direction15:35 – Mental State & Self-Criticism16:32 – Don’t Trust Your Thoughts When You’re Down17:44 – Embracing Uncertainty18:08 – Free Guide 💡Key TakeawaysIn this episode you'll learn: Embracing uncertaintyNot having all the answers shouldn't stop you from startingPatience and consistent effortComparing yourself to others'Letting go of control, knowing yourself, and putting in consistent effortSelf-criticism and negative thinkingAccepting that you won’t have all the answersFinding motivation to actFollowing your own path 🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch Feedback Form WTOP.com

    19 min
  7. Apr 20

    There’s Nothing Wrong With You — So Why Does It Feel Like You Can’t Keep Up? | E91

    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 struggles like depression can distort our reality. Tune in for 3 things you can do the next time you find yourself in a spiral feeling like your not good enough. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📍 Timestamps: 00:00 — Check-In01:18 — Feeling Left Behind02:03 — Self-Doubt03:45 —  Comparison Spirals05:59 — Feeling Bad for Feeling Bad06:51 — What Depression Is Telling Us09:24 — Three Ways to Feel Better When Your Spiraling 09:52 — Challenging Workaholism 13:33 — The Trap of Comparison15:38 — The Power of Speaking Your Struggles 19:09 — Progress and Self-Kindness21:21 — Final Thoughts Softening Your Inner Critic  💡Key TakeawaysIn this episode you'll learn: Feeling like you can’t keep up with everyone elseDepression warping your self imageWhen everyone else seems okay but youWorkaholic culture and self-worthWhat can depression tell us?Normalizing talking about what you struggle withHow to stop spiraling Worth isn’t defined by your productivity or ability to “keep up” with others 🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch

    22 min
  8. Apr 13

    How To Find Yourself After Losing Yourself in a Corporate Career | E90

    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 into your own intuition. Discover the 3 actionable ways to help you find yourself and move towards living with more purpose. You can confidently pursue your authentic path without shame. ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way 📖 7 Books To Find Yourself: The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield The Great Work of Your Life by Stephen CopeThe Book of Dharma by Simon HaasThe Untethered Soul by Michael A. SingerThe Big Leap by Gay HendricksThe Well Lived Life by Gladys McGareyThe Secret by Rhonda Byrne📍 Timestamps: 00:00 – Check In01:06 – The Shame Around Finding Yourself02:33 – Societal Judgment of Self-Discovery03:06 – TEDx Speech04:15 – One Important Question06:26 – Undoing Corporate Conditioning11:42 – What to do With Other People’s Advice15:17 – Practicing Intuition & Internal Listening16:02 – The Power of Reading Books17:29 – Seven Books to Help Find Yourself18:31 – Asking More for Yourself19:04 – Owning the Phrase “Find Yourself”20:08 – It’s Never Too Late to Find Yourself20:28 – Closing & Free Resource  💡Key Takeaways In this episode you'll learn: Breaking societal shame around finding yourselfEmbracing your own unique journey to purposeUndoing corporate conditioningAuthentic self-discoveryWhat to do with other's advice before applying it to your path to purposeDeveloping your own intuition Listening internally Discovering powerful booksIt’s never too late to startPositively impacting both your own life and those around you 🚀 Start Here If You’re New 1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45 2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48 3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39  👥How To Connect Workingtowardsourpurpose.com Watch on YouTube Substack Instagram LinkedIn WTOP Merch Feedback Form WTOP.com

    21 min
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What if the problem isn’t your job, but the version of yourself you had to become to succeed in it? Corporate jobs don’t trap us because they’re evil. They trap us because they slowly teach us to disconnect from ourselves. If you're in corporate America and your life looks successful on paper but feels empty in practice, you’re not alone. This podcast is a space for the quiet questions you don’t say out loud at work. We explore the inner side of change: the fear of starting over, self-sabotage, the trap of external expectations, imposter syndrome, and the unsettling moment when you realize someone else’s definition of success isn't enough for you. This isn’t about quitting your job overnight or chasing money, but asking what feels right for you and finding clarity before making your next move. We deliver actionable strategies for complex career transitions. From managing ADHD-related overwhelm at work to overcoming the disconnect of the corporate grind. You’re not broken. You’ve just outgrown the life you built. New episodes weekly.

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