In this episode of Beyond the Norm, I reflect on my evolving understanding of purpose as a journey rather than a destination. I share my personal experiences with loss, health struggles, and the transformative power of coaching. Through my narrative, I emphasise the importance of self-care, the impact of grief, and my shift from being helpful to being useful in my interactions with others. I also discuss my journey into systemic coaching and the lessons I've learned along the way, ultimately highlighting the ongoing nature of discovering one’s purpose.

Takeaways

• Purpose is a journey, not a destination.
• Self-care is essential for helping others.
• Grief can lead to profound personal transformation.
• The clues to our purpose often precede our awareness of it.
• Navigating health challenges can reshape our understanding of purpose.
• Being useful to others is more impactful than simply being helpful.
• The journey of purpose is ongoing and ever-evolving.
• Loss can provide clarity on what truly matters in life.
• Coaching can facilitate deeper self-discovery and healing.
• Embracing the unexpected can lead to new opportunities.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Purpose and Journey
03:39 The Evolution of Purpose
12:44 Key Milestones in the Purpose Journey
21:47 Awakening to Self-Care and Healing
25:40 Exploring New Realms of Wellness
32:49 The Awakening: Coaching as a New Path
39:49 Facing Grief: A Mother's Battle with Cancer
45:04 Legacy and Purpose: Lessons from Loss
50:56 Embracing Motherhood: A New Chapter
51:43 Navigating the Sperm Donation Process
54:53 Family Health Crisis and Personal Reflection
57:48 Coping with Loss and Grief
01:00:44 The Impact of COVID-19 on Personal Life
01:03:40 Health Challenges and Endometriosis
01:09:53 Facing Surgery and Embracing Change
01:18:59 Navigating Menopause and Therapy
01:20:55 Transforming Purpose: From Helping to Being Useful
01:23:48 The Power of Voice and Energy in Healing
01:26:42 Embracing Change: Human Design and Coaching
01:28:08 Unexpected Health Discoveries
01:37:25 Training as a Funeral Celebrant: A New Purpose
01:41:19 The Journey of Purpose: Continuous Evolution

Sound Bites
"Purpose is a journey, not a destination."
"You have to care for yourself before you can care for anybody else."
"Leave a little room in your heart for the unexpected."

I am so grateful for your listens, kindly can you please rate, review and share this episode with someone who may need some support their journey with purpose or going through a challenging time. This is a story of hope.

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