Ep469 - Unlock Your Purpose: The Secret to a Joyful Life

Jun 11, 2025

Jordan Grumet, an associate medical director at Unity Hospice and a Plutus award-winning podcaster, joins to discuss life purpose and happiness. He introduces the concept of 'little p' purpose, emphasizing the joy found in everyday activities rather than grand achievements. Grumet shares insights from his book, advocating for alignment between personal fulfillment and daily life, especially for physicians. He highlights the importance of community, genuine connections, and engaging in activities for sheer joy, rather than financial gain.

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INSIGHT

Creator Mindset on Purpose

Purpose is not something you find; you create it through your actions and choices.
There are two types: big P (goal-oriented, scarce) and little p (process-oriented, abundant) purposes.

INSIGHT

Big P vs Little p Purpose

Big P purpose focuses on rare, ambitious goals that often cause anxiety due to scarcity.
Little p purpose centers on enjoying processes, which is abundant and hard to fail at.

ADVICE

Purpose Builds Community

Focus on activities that deeply fill and light you up, regardless of external success.
Genuine passion attracts community and meaningful connections, key to happiness.

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What if purpose isn’t something you find, but something you create?Host Dr. Bradley Block welcomes back Dr. Jordan Grumet to discuss his first book, Taking Stock, which blends hospice insights with financial wisdom. Dr. Grumet also introduces his second book, The Purpose Code, released in early 2025. He distinguishes between “Big P” purpose (audacious, goal-driven pursuits) and “little p” purpose (process-oriented joy), advocating for the latter to enhance happiness and longevity. This episode offers physicians and listeners practical strategies to align their lives with meaningful activities, emphasizing community and personal fulfillment over financial gain.

Three Actionable Takeaways:

Focus on Process, Not Goals – Embrace activities you love for their own sake, like podcasting or reading, rather than tying purpose to specific outcomes like fame or wealth.
Leverage Available Time – Use your free time—five to six hours daily per the U.S. Time Study—to pursue purposeful activities, even alongside a disliked job.
Build Meaning First – Address past narratives (hero vs. victim stories) to establish a sense of “enough,” paving the way for joyful, purpose-driven actions in the present.

About the Show:
The Physician’s Guide to Doctoring covers patient interactions, burnout, career growth, personal finance, and more. If you're tired of dull medical lectures, tune in for real-world lessons we should have learned in med school!

About the Guest:
Dr. Jordan Grumet, known as Doc G, is an associate medical director at Unity Hospice, a Plutus award-winning podcaster for Earn & Invest, and a prominent voice in the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) community. With a background in internal medicine and a shift to hospice care, he authored Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life, which reshaped how people align money with values. His second book, The Purpose Code (released January 7, 2025), explores creating purpose through process rather than goals, drawing from his hospice insights and personal journey to inspire a fulfilling life.

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/jordan-grumet-38a506179
Website: https://jordangrumet.com/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/earn-invest/id1440355498

About the host:

Dr. Bradley Block – Dr. Bradley Block is a board-certified otolaryngologist at ENT and Allergy Associates in Garden City, NY. He specializes in adult and pediatric ENT, with interests in sinusitis and obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Block also hosts The Physician’s Guide to Doctoring podcast, focusing on personal and professional development for physicians

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This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.