E16 How to Define and Live Out Your Purpose: Key Steps to Finding Meaning in Life and Work

Host: Christopher L. Camp, M.D., Creator & Guide | Mayo Clinic Human Optimization Project

Guest: Carlos Coto, MA., CMPC., Head of Mental Performance | San Diego Football Club

Right now, we are all living our lives, striving for progress, and generally trying to improve ourselves, others, and the world around us. But how many of us have stopped to think about WHY we do this? What is the purpose behind our actions? What drives us to want to be better? Even if you have stopped to think about your purpose, do you know it so well that you could clearly articulate it to someone if they stopped you on the street and asked you “What is your purpose?” Probably not. But defining our purpose is absolutely critical to making progress and living a fulfilling life. Our expert guest for this session is Carlos Coto, Certified Mental Performance Consultant and Head of Mental Performance for the San Diego Football Club.

 

The three big questions we have for Carlos are:

1. What is “purpose,” and why does having a sense of purpose matter in our personal and professional lives?
2. Why do so many people struggle to identify or redefine their purpose, and what common obstacles stand in the way?
3. What practical steps and strategies can someone use to discover, refine, and consistently live out their purpose?

 

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