The Purpose Filter

The Purpose Filter

By Dr. Kathy ZhangEducationSelf-Improvement
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The Purpose Filter episodes

  • Elevate Your Communication Skills in Minutes By Using the "3 W" Statements: Wish, Worry & Wonder
    Does it feel like nothing you do is getting you closer to better communication and stronger relationships? Have you been told to just listen more or be more understanding without seeing any results? Learn the secret to finally making a lasting impact with the three W statements: Worry, Wish, and Wonder! Little did I know that these three simple phrases would transform not only my professional life but also my personal relationships. These are phrases I use every single day as a...
    16 min
  • Healing Grief & Loss Through Reiki with Carolina Sotomayor
    After facing the life-shattering devastation of losing her father, Carolina Sotomayor found herself with overwhelming grief, leading her to question everything she thought she knew. What she didn't know at the time was how her unresolved grief was affecting her ability to conceive She then embarked on a journey to find peace and sought solace in various healing modalities, eventually discovering the transformative power of Reiki. Tune in this week to hear how Carolina confronted her...
    38 min
  • The Art of Adulting: Discovering Yourself Through Hobbies & Leisure
    If the question "what do you do in your spare time?" has you scratching your head or thinking "I wish I had spare time!" then this episode is for YOU So many of us feel disconnected from who we truly are, and are too focused on achievement and productivity to allow ourselves to do anything leisurely or even have hobbies. People often overlook the importance of fun, becoming all-consumed with adult responsibilities. ln this episode, I share the truth about how hobbies are not only incredibl...
    20 min
  • Books That Changed My Life: "What Happened To You?" by Oprah Winfrey & Dr. Bruce Perry
    You know when you're partly through a book and you think, "OMG, this book is going to change my life!" Well, this week's episode is dedicated to one of those books: "What Happened To You: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing" In this episode, discover a groundbreaking book on trauma, resilience, and healing, and how it can help us navigate life's uncertainties in order to improve our overall quality of life. In this episode, you will learn how to: Unearth hidden strengths through...
    19 min
  • Mindful Musings: A Beginner's Guide to Meditation for Busy People
    Have you ever wondered what all the fuss is about meditation, or perhaps you've tried it once before, but you got too distracted wondering if you left the stove on and you never made it a habit? Well, that was exactly what I thought in the past, and in this episode I'm sharing with you the benefits of meditation and how to incorporate it into your busy life. Research has shown that meditation can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while improving focus, productivity, and even sl...
    18 min
  • 3 Powerful Questions To Ask Yourself To Gain Perspective On Your Present And Clarity On Your Future
    When was the last time you felt immense clarity regarding your identity, purpose and future? Well, this week's episode shares 3 simple yet profound questions to help you deepen your understanding of yourself. And it was actually inspired by a med school essay prompt back in 2010! So whether you're facing a period of uncertainty, going through a transition, or just looking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, these questions are for you. You will learn: 1. Three simple questio...
    19 min
  • "My Heart Attack Was A Gift": Surviving the Widowmaker, Finding Purpose and Coming Home to Oneself with Adrian Jones
    After surviving a "widowmaker" heart attack, Adrian Jones is confronted with a life-changing irony: He must find his birth parents to fulfill his newfound mission of helping and inspiring others. His story is full of twists, turns and life-altering lessons that you can apply immediately to feel more present, connected to your loved ones and reinvigorated to wake up each day. In this episode, you'll hear: 1. The dramatic story of Adrian Jones surviving a heart attack and the life-chang...
    44 min
  • Feeling Stuck? This One Simple Action Will Help You Feel Better Today
    Have you ever felt better just going outside and getting some fresh air? Well, there's a reason for that, and in today's episode, you'll discover why reconnecting with nature is such an incredible way to help us manage overwhelm, improve attention, ramp up productivity, regulate our mood and decrease stress In this episode, you'll learn: how spending the equivalent of 0.3% of your day on this one action can help restore your attention and reduce stresshow society's obsession w...
    12 min
  • All or Nothing Thinking: The Sneaky Way You're Sabotaging Yourself and How To Overcome It Instead
    "Why am I ALWAYS such an idiot?" "Oh, my friends NEVER want to do what I want" "You literally do this ALL THE TIME!" If you are like most people, this is what your internal monologue sounds like or you've exchanged or received some of these remarks during a heated conversation These common and seemingly normal phrases are particularly dangerous for your mental health and in this episode you'll discover: How subtle shifts in language can manifest in powerful ...
    15 min
  • Perfectionism Unpacked: When Striving For Excellence Becomes Toxic
    Do you constantly strive for flawlessness in everything you do, but you find yourself feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and even paralyzed by the pressure to be perfect? 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, learn ...
    20 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…