The Purpose Filter Dr. Kathy Zhang

After 2.5 years, The Purpose Filter podcast is coming to a close Whether it's a temporary or indefinite pause is TBDBut what's most important is the journey we've taken together through 106 episodes, so THANK YOU for being here and listening along all this timeTake a listen to hear the reasons behind this decision, some lessons learned from over 2 years of weekly podcasting, and what's to come in the future Let's keep in touch! Sign up for the email list HERE so you'll be the first to kn...

As the calendar days start flying by faster than you can keep up, an unsettling question might be poking around in the back of your head:"What have I done all year??" Well, this episode will surely rectify that for you! My husband and I have been doing this one particular year-end exercise for the past 6 years and it's a beautiful way to reflect on the past 365 days, how you've grown, and what you'll take with you into 2024 In this episode, you'll learn how:Embracing personal g...

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of your challenges and goals, constantly searching for the best strategies and solutions, only to end up frustrated and exhausted, then you are not alone! Despite your relentless efforts, you may be stuck in a cycle of overthinking, overcomplicating, and overanalyzing, hindering your progress instead of finding the ease and simplicity you desire. It's time to break free from this self-imposed prison of complexity and embrace the possib...

We know being grateful has positive effects on our body, mind and spiritBut some of you are practicing gratitude as a way to deny or dismiss your emotions when you have legitimate reasons to be stressed, frustrated or upsetThe more you force yourself to be grateful, the more you feel suffocated by the weight of your unacknowledged emotions. Join me this week as I uncover the subtle way you might be using your own gratitude practice against yourself, and how to change it It's time ...

If you're feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the constant arguments and tension that arise during family gatherings, then you're not alone! Luckily, I've learned a thing or two about managing large family gatherings during my time as a hospice doctor And in today's episode, I share with you the best tips and tricks to help you navigate a situation that often fills people with dread during the holiday season Say goodbye to awkward and explosive conversations around the dinner...

This topic is one I get asked about every week, sometimes multiple times a weekI've received both therapy and coaching and both were life-changing. I fully believe everyone should receive both and can benefit from both So here it is: the similarities and differences between coaching and therapy broken down into 4 categories and how to choose the right modality for you In this episode you'll:Hear the definitions of coaching and therapy straight from their governing organizationsLearn...