Valentine’s Special: Finding Purpose Through Love and Loss - David Walsh

In this deeply moving episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, David Walsh shares his extraordinary journey of love, loss, and purpose. He takes us back to the serendipitous moment when he met his beloved wife, Lena—a chance encounter that blossomed into a profound connection. Their story, filled with beautiful memories and heartfelt moments, unfolds with both warmth and authenticity. However, life took an unexpected turn when Lena was diagnosed with cancer, a battle she faced with unwavering strength and grace.

David opens up about the devastating loss of Lena and the transformative shift it triggered within him. In the very moment of her passing, he felt an undeniable change, as if a switch had been flipped inside him. This marked the beginning of his mission to inspire a billion people, turning his grief into a powerful force for good. David candidly shares how he navigated the overwhelming pain, eventually closing his successful business to honor his newfound purpose. His story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the ability to find light even in the darkest times.

We also discuss David's heartfelt book, Thank You, I Love You, which chronicles his love story with Lena and serves as a testament to resilience, growth, and the enduring power of unconditional love. David’s vulnerability, wisdom, and passion are palpable throughout the conversation, offering a beacon of hope for anyone seeking purpose amidst life’s most profound challenges.

About the Guest: 

David Walsh is passionate about helping business owners discover and live their purpose.

After the agonizing passing of his beloved wife Lena to cancer in 2021, David’s world was devastated.

But in the aftermath of that loss - rising from the ashes - David not only discovered his true purpose but surprisingly the purpose of his late wife too.

He then set out on a journey to write a book to share his life with his beautiful wife and also how he not only found his own purpose in life but also that of Lena.

So now, David has published that book, called “Thank You, I Love You” and it’s a book about love, a book about achieving the impossible and about finding your purpose in loss.

Get David's book at https://a.co/d/130eo0n

Find more about the book at https://thankyouiloveyoubook.com

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About the Host: 

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.

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