Today we’re diving headfirst into a question that has sparked both inspiration and existential angst for centuries: Finding your purpose. It’s a daunting idea, isn’t it? Purpose can feel abstract, elusive, and ever-shifting — something we’re constantly chasing but rarely confident we’ve fully grasped. 

Dr. Jordan Grumet, author of The Purpose Code: How to Unlock Meaning, Maximize Happiness, and Leave a Lasting Legacy has answers — and thankfully they’re not as complicated as you might think. 

CHAPTERS:

00:00 The evolving nature of purpose 

04:00 The difference between meaning and purpose

07:00 Little p and Big P Purpose  

22:00 Finding purpose using the magic of subtraction

33:00 Mailbag Question 1: Retirement benchmarks vs. life priorities

41:00 Mailbag Question 2: Rebalancing portfolios near retirement 

TAKEAWAYS:

• Purpose is created through meaningful actions.


• Rather than chasing lofty, big-picture goals, you should engage in daily activities that bring joy and fulfillment. 


• Leverage all available tools—time, energy, community, and passions—to build a life filled with meaning.

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