The Purpose Code - Jordan Grumet | MHFI 249

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Jan 7, 2025

In this engaging conversation, Jordan Grumet, a physician and author of 'Taking Stock' and 'The Purpose Code', shares his transformative journey from medicine to financial independence. He reflects on profound lessons learned from hospice patients about money and meaning in life. The discussion highlights the differences between 'Big P' and 'Little P' purposes, offering practical strategies to overcome purpose anxiety. Listeners gain insights into career transitions and intentional living, encouraging a more fulfilling and joy-driven approach to finding personal purpose.

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ANECDOTE

Jordan's Journey

Jordan Grumet's father, a doctor, died when he was seven, inspiring him to follow in his footsteps.
He experienced burnout, found financial independence, and now focuses on hospice care and writing.

INSIGHT

Purpose Paradox

While purpose is linked to positive outcomes, many experience "purpose anxiety."
This anxiety stems from the frustration of searching for a singular, elusive "Big P" purpose.

INSIGHT

Big P vs. Little p

"Big P" purpose is goal-oriented, audacious, and often unattainable, leading to anxiety.
"Little p" purpose focuses on enjoyable processes, offering abundant options and minimizing failure.

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Doug chats with Jordan Grumet (Doc G) about his journey through medicine, burnout, and eventually finding Financial Independence. Jordan shares insights from his books, “Taking Stock” and “The Purpose Code”, focusing on profound lessons learned from hospice patients about money, life, and purpose. They delve into the concepts of ‘Big P’ vs ‘Little P’ purpose, how individuals can create meaningful lives without succumbing to purpose anxiety, strategies for finding purpose, and improving overall well-being and happiness.

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Jordan Grumet, “Taking Stock”
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Jordan Grumet, “The Purpose Code”
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0:00 Introduction

6:14 The concept of purpose

9:52 “Big P” vs. “Little P” purpose

15:46 Finding purpose anchors

21:59 Meaning vs. purpose

25:29 Amber’s career dilemma

30:32 When to face challenges

35:12 The Purpose Code

42:05 Soundcheck- Remodeling