Living With Purpose

Have you ever set a goal, started strong, and then found yourself slipping back into old habits? It’s frustrating—and all too common. But what if the problem isn’t with your goals or plans, but with how you see yourself? In my latest blog post, I dive into the idea of identity-based change. Rather than just pushing through with willpower, true transformation happens when you start to become the person who naturally achieves those goals. Read on to see how shifting your identity could be the missing piece to lasting growth and success. Real Change Starts with a Shift in Identity I’ve come to realize that to truly plan and live a better life, I need to start by becoming a different person at the core. It’s not just a matter of implementing a solid plan or setting goals—I’ve done that many times before. But the hardest part is sticking to it, making it last, and feeling that I’ve truly changed. When I look honestly at my habits, I see a mix of bad ones I wish I could break and a few good...

We often think of self-improvement as something we pursue in the outside world—learning new skills, advancing in our careers, or building connections. But sometimes, the real journey is internal, involving promises we make to ourselves that go unfulfilled. In this piece, I share my own realizations about the versions of myself I’ve imagined but haven’t yet lived up to, and how that disconnect affects not only my sense of purpose but also my relationships and peace of mind. Through my work in medicine, I’ve had the privilege of seeing people at their most vulnerable, witnessing firsthand how much human connection and fulfillment matter. But in observing others, I also began to see my own unmet needs more clearly—the ways I’ve fallen short of my aspirations and the impact of not being the person I want to be. Here, I explore what it means to finally address those unfulfilled parts of myself, to bring these versions to life and become someone others can rely on. It’s a journey toward auth...

A year ago, I found myself at a turning point, standing at the crossroads of who I had been and who I wanted to become. My journey into self-discovery and growth didn’t come from a single “aha” moment; it emerged from a quiet, persistent voice nudging me toward a more intentional, fulfilling life. I realized that I was drifting, following the motions without a plan or purpose. So, I made a decision—to take back control, to set goals, to live with integrity and vision, and to share my journey openly with you. In this blog, I’ll take you through my experiences: the obstacles, the insights, and the victories—both big and small—that came along the way. I’m not here to sugarcoat the process; it’s been challenging and sometimes humbling. But I’m here to say it’s possible. This isn’t just a story of self-improvement; it’s a commitment to make every day count, to grow, to lift up those around me, and to create a ripple of positive change. Below is the piece I wrote on the very first day I made...