In this beautifully reflective episode of Finding Your Purpose, psychotherapist and conscious coach Monica Haughey speaks with Mia Magan — yoga and meditation teacher, hypnotherapist, and spiritual coach — about finding purpose by returning to love, presence, and the heart.

For Mia, her purpose is simple: to spread love.

Through her teaching, retreats, and healing work, she helps people move from worry and fear into peace — reminding us that our outer world mirrors our inner state. When we shift our consciousness from fear to love, life begins to flow differently.

Mia and Monica explore what it means to live from this heart-centred awareness — to trust that joy, not striving, is the compass that points us home. Together they reflect on the growing revival of mindfulness, yoga, and spirituality in our modern world, and the courage it takes to talk openly about love, faith, and the divine in everyday life.

Mia also reminds us that purpose is one of the foundations of happiness — a pillar that gives our lives meaning, direction, and fulfilment when we allow it to come from the heart.

Her message is gentle yet powerful — that purpose isn’t about achievement or grand plans. It’s about coming home to love, trusting life, and moving through the world with curiosity, openness, and wonder.

Mia's website https://miasera.ie/

Key Themes

• Living from love rather than fear
• How joy and curiosity guide us toward purpose
• Purpose as a key pillar of happiness and fulfilment
• Meditation and mindfulness as pathways to inner guidance
• Learning to trust life and expect good things
• The importance of stillness, connection, and service

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:28 Meet Mia Magan: Yoga and Meditation Teacher

01:28 Mia's Journey to Finding Her Purpose

03:23 The Role of Spirituality in Mia's Life

05:10 Current Work and Practices

08:34 Understanding 'A Course in Miracles'

12:05 The Importance of Finding Your Purpose

12:55 Tips for Discovering Your Purpose

15:12 Gratitude and Spiritual Coaching

20:47 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Discovering Your Life's Purpose Through Astrology with Claire O'Keeffe

In this episode of the 'Finding Your Purpose' podcast, host Monica Haughey speaks with Claire O'Keeffe (@claire_okeeffe_), a yoga teacher, astrologer, and writer. Claire shares her journey of leaving a 20-year career as a research scientist to pursue her true passions. She talks about how COVID-19 allowed her to slow down, connect with nature, and tune into her inner world, leading her to explore astrology, yoga, and creative writing. Claire explains how astrology can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and finding one's life purpose. She emphasises the importance of listening to one's heart and aligning with personal values to live a fulfilling life. The conversation also touches on the societal shift towards a more heart-centered and collaborative way of living.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:28 Meet Claire O'Keeffe: From Scientist to Yogi

01:45 The Turning Point: A Moment of Realisation

04:47 Embracing Change: Life After Academia

09:32 Discovering Astrology: A Path to Self-Discovery

10:41 Using Astrology to Find Your Purpose

16:49 The Importance of Living with Purpose

25:54 Astrology and the Future: A New Paradigm

27:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, Monica speaks with Hannah Miller — professional musician, festival director, and goat herder. Hannah’s journey is anything but ordinary. From growing up on her family farm in County Wexford to performing with orchestras across Europe and New York, to working with 24 goats in the Dublin Mountains, Hannah has found unique ways to combine her passions for music, nature, and community.

We talk about:

• The winding path from playing the French horn for the Wexford Sinfonia orchestra and international orchestras and Principal Horn for the Irish National Opera to eco-grazing projects in Dublin

• How goats are helping to prevent wildfires and protect biodiversity in Ireland

• The balance between an intense, performance-driven music career and working outdoors with animals

• What it means to create a “handmade life” by following curiosity and saying yes to new opportunities

• How small steps, listening inward, and trusting yourself can open unexpected pathways to purpose

Hannah’s story is a reminder that purpose doesn’t always follow a straight line — sometimes it’s found in surprising, life-changing combinations.

In this episode, Monica is joined by Rita Fagan, a lifelong activist, artist, and community leader from Dublin’s Liberties.

Rita left school at 13½ to work in a sewing factory, where early experiences of inequality sparked her political awakening. She went on to the Simon Community, learning the importance of “taking people as they are,” before dedicating over three decades to radical community development at St. Michael’s Estate. Along the way, she brought her activism to Latin America and Palestine, weaving global solidarity with local struggles.

In this conversation, Rita shares:

• How the factory floor and the Simon Community shaped her purpose

• Why “care is moral, and care is political”

• The role of art as a voice for protest and change

• The importance of building community and investing in people with patience

Rita’s story is a reminder that purpose is found in the everyday — in courage, creativity, and the communities we build together.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:28 Meet Rita Fagan: Community Activist

01:25 Rita's Early Life and Purpose

03:06 Factory Life and Political Awakening

04:58 Involvement with Simon Community

08:14 Journey to Latin America

11:50 Building Community and Activism

15:13 Art and Activism

17:07 Reflections on Purpose and Activism

28:04 Advice for Finding Your Purpose

31:12 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

In this episode of 'Finding Your Purpose' podcast, host Monica Haughey, a psychotherapist and conscious coach, discusses finding and living one's purpose with Máirín Murray founder of TechFoundHer.

Máirín shares her non-linear career journey from studying philosophy and working in various fields to founding TechFoundHer, an organisation that supports women in building tech ventures by offering a network, know-how, and capital.

Máirín emphasises the importance of community, diversity, and inclusion in the tech industry and stresses the need for systemic change. They discuss overcoming self-doubt, the importance of finding what excites one, and the value of persistence.

The episode also addresses themes such as unlearning societal restrictions, recognising one's inherent confidence, and the significance of saying no to pursue meaningful endeavours.

Máirín encourages women to build and innovate in tech, highlighting the power of collective support and authentic progress.

Episode 1 – Joseph McGuire: Dropping the Masks to Discover True Strength

In this opening episode of Finding Your Purpose, Monica Haughey sits down with Joseph McGuire, a facial profiler and communication expert, to explore what purpose really means in today’s world.

Joseph shares how his ability to “read behind the mask” has shaped his work across different careers, from shiatsu practitioner to leadership mentor. Together, they discuss:
✨ Why unmasking ourselves actually makes us stronger✨ How our purpose evolves as we do✨ Journaling and body awareness as tools for clarity✨ The need for authentic leadership in workplaces today✨ How loneliness can be an invitation to stretch and grow

Joseph reminds us that while success matters, many people are searching for something deeper: meaning, fulfilment, and a sense of connection.

• The importance of dropping the masks we wear in work and life

• Practical tips for reconnecting with your inner truth

• Why employees today want leaders they can trust

• How gratitude and journaling can unlock clarity about your purpose

About Monica

As a psychotherapist and conscious coach, Monica Haughey works with purpose-led individuals and creative entrepreneurs who feel stuck, unfulfilled, or ready for change. She supports clients in:🌿 Discovering their true purpose🌿 Releasing self-limiting beliefs🌿 Building confidence to take their next step🌿 Aligning personal values with professional direction

✨ If you’d like support in finding your purpose—or guidance on your next courageous step—you can connect with Monica here:
🔗 Website: www.monicahaughey.ie📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @monicahaughey

If this episode resonated with you, reach out to Monica to explore how conscious coaching can help you move forward with clarity and confidence.