The Purpose Filter

The Purpose Filter

By Dr. Kathy ZhangEducationSelf-Improvement
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The Purpose Filter episodes

  • More Than Just Credit Card Points: Breaking Boundaries, Shattering Stereotypes and Living Fully with Dr. Devon Gimbel
    Travel is one of those things that makes me feel so alive and connected to my fellow humans that I feel it in my soul. If that sounds like you, this is a MUST LISTEN episode! Join me this week as we unlock the world of meaningful travel with physician and credit card rewards expert Dr. Devon Gimbel. She reveals the secret to leveraging points for life-changing experiences, all while breaking boundaries, challenging longstanding societal beliefs, and transforming financial goals into un...
    54 min
  • The Power of Perspective: Lessons Learned at The Anne Frank House in Amsterdam
    Anne Frank's life story offers profound insights into human resilience and strength. Despite the gravest circumstances, she and her family kept faith and found moments of joy, teaching us the power of the human spirit. This resilience under adversity can serve as a beacon of hope for anyone facing their own challenges, reflecting the potential of inner strength to overcome obstacles. Discover the powerful lessons learned as I explored the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam and witnessed th...
    16 min
  • The Power of Belief: Personal Development Lessons from the Life of Vincent van Gogh
    What do Vincent van Gogh, a museum visit and the world of personal development have to do with each other? Well, as it turns out, a lot! Join me in this episode and discover the captivating world of van Gogh as I delve into his life and reveal the extraordinary lessons hidden within the ordinary, and what his struggles and triumphs can teach you about what it means to live a fulfilling, meaningful life In this episode, you'll be able to: Embrace the beauty in the ordina...
    15 min
  • Want to Make a Change And Not Sure What's Holding You Back? Listen to This
    Have you ever felt like you're just going through the motions of life? Like you're trapped in a monotonous rhythm, just accepting things as they are without question? Well, let me share a story that will awaken your spirit and ignite the fire within you. It all started with a simple statement: "if you're unhappy with something, change it" But little did I know, it held an unexpected twist that would forever change my perspective This epiphany set me on a path of em...
    12 min
  • Summer Break: New Episodes Return Wednesday, September 20, 2023!
    As summer winds down and we head into autumn in the northern hemisphere, I hope you take some time for restoration and rejuvenation That's why The Purpose Filter podcast is taking a little break New episodes return on Wednesday September 20th, 2023! And as a reminder, there are no "should"s and there is no "supposed to" You are not your work nor your success nor your productivity You don't need to do anything to "deserve" rest or tend to your body, mind and spirit Thank you for tuning...
    2 min
  • 5 Common Time Management Mistakes and How to Prevent Them From Happening in the Future
    How do some people manage to work, spend time with their families, exercise, read, meditate, work on their business AND get a full 8 hours of sleep?? They probably know something about time that you don't And after listening to this episode, you'll be on your way to becoming one of those people Topics discussed: 5 common time management pitfalls to avoid how to create HOURS more per week by doing ONE thinghow to immediately implement changes so that time is working FOR you...
    33 min
  • How to Stop Letting Perfectionism Prevent You From Moving Forward
    Nothing and no person is perfect. And yet we beat ourselves up and strive for flawlessness only to feel anxious, overwhelmed, and even paralyzed when we can't live up to perfection What if I told you there's a way out that you can let go of the need to be perfect and EMBRACE your imperfections? This week, we're diving into perfectionism—examining its origins, its impact on our lives and how we can break free from its grasp Together we'll uncover the hidden costs of perfectionism, le...
    24 min
  • Feel Like You're Not Making Progress on Your Goals and Want to Give Up? Listen to This First
    This week's episode is specifically for those of you out there who have a goal and find your confidence wavering, self-doubt creeping in, wondering if you have gone so far in over your head, and whether you should just give it all up. Sound familiar? Cause, yeah, I've been there and done that and went around the block with it! I get brutally honest this week and share something about myself that I haven't even told my closest friends or family members You'll also hear inspirational st...
    22 min
  • Have Big Dreams? Stop Trying to be Confident and Start Doing This Instead
    You've been told to just "be confident!" and everything will fall into place. Sound familiar? But here's the truth: mere confidence alone isn't enough to achieve your dreams. And it's painful, isn't it? Pouring your heart and soul into your aspirations, only to be met with disappointment and frustration. In this short and quick episode, you'll learn the difference between confidence and courage and discover the true power of relentless perseverance in making your d...
    10 min
  • How to Deal With the Negative and Judgmental People in Your Life
    Do you have people dishing out negative comments and judgmental opinions about your life like they're giving away free samples at the grocery store? The old advice is to: (1) Just ignore them and they'll go away or (2) You can't change negative people, so just accept it But what happens when the criticism comes from the people closest to you, the ones who are supposed to support you? This week we're diving into why the people around you are doubting or judging you and lea...
    23 min

About The Purpose Filter

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As someone who cares for sick and dying patients, hospice and palliative care physician Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang has learned a thing or two about living. 

The good news is you don’t have to…