Show Notes
This episode is also available as a video podcast on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/gOpH-qjGW8c Having a purpose in life is fundamental to your health, well being and personal happiness, and yet, when asked the question "why do you do what you do?", many people struggle to be able to actually articulate their reasons. In recent weeks a number of people have asked me exactly that question and it led me to reflect on the importance of purpose to each and every one of us. ...
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