The number 1 mistake people make when trying to live a meaningful life with zero regrets, from a hospice doctor
The number 1 mistake people make when trying to live a meaningful life with zero regrets, from a hospice doctor
NBC 7 San Diego, CA; by Dr. Jordan Grumet; 1/24/25
... As a hospice doctor, I spend a lot of time with people facing the end of their lives. I've seen firsthand why this belief can lead to anxiety in up to 91% of people at some point in their lives. My response is always the same: You don't find purpose — you create it. It's not about stumbling upon a fully formed sense of purpose. Instead, it's about identifying the inklings in your life that light you up. I call them "purpose anchors" — and they're clues you can use to build a meaningful life with few or no regrets. ...
- Turn regret into action ...
- Rediiscover the joys of childhood ...
- Focus on what lights you up ...
- Try the 'spaghetti method' ...
Identifying your purpose anchors is just the first step. The real work comes in building a life of purpose around them. ... But that's the beauty of creating purpose: It's a dynamic, ongoing process. ...
Editor's note: Dr. Jordan Grumet's new book, The Purpose Code, describes, "There are two different types of purpose. One will lead to anxiety and disillusionment; the other will lead to connection and lasting legacy."