Values and Purpose: A Guide to a Meaningful Life

EP008

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Show Notes

What makes life meaningful? Is it about finding a grand purpose, or is meaning something we create for ourselves? In this episode, we dive deep into the difference between meaning in life vs. the meaning of life—and how understanding your values can help you build a fulfilling existence.

If you’ve ever felt lost, uncertain, or just curious about what truly matters, this episode is for you!

Join Brent Diggs and Paul Berkes as they cover:

  • Personnel Changes on the Show: Changes are on the horizon.
  • The Power of Values: We all have values, but the way we prioritize them shapes our experiences, relationships, and even our biggest life decisions.
  • Hedonic vs. Eudaimonic Happiness: Short-term pleasures vs. long-term fulfillment—how both impact your overall well-being.
  • Lessons from Movies: Exploring Groundhog Day and Stranger Than Fiction to see how characters find meaning and purpose.
  • The Role of Relationships: How connecting with others can reveal hidden values and guide you toward a richer, purpose-driven life.

What we discuss

00:00:00 – Intro
00:00:43 – Podcast Changes
00:05:10 – Values Transform Over Time – Some Examination Required
00:13:30 – Misery is Suffering Without Meaning
00:16:19 – Meaning in Life vs. Meaning of Life
00:19:22 – “Life Worth Living” Goals
00:33:54 – Groundhog Day – Learning Purpose
00:40:38 – Stranger than Fiction – Building a Tribe
00:47:22 – Seeing Your Current Legacy Can Inspire Change

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Where to Next?

This is a follow up to our series on applying Hero’s Journey to your life – these episodes will connect:

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