Episode•January 9, 2025•13 min

The Purpose Code with Dr. Jordan Grumet | Ep. 363

In this engaging episode of Money Talk With Tiff, host Tiffany Grant welcomes back Dr. Jordan Grumet, also fondly known as Doc G, to discuss his latest book, The Purpose Code. Previously featured on episode 322 where they explored the concept of "Redefining Rich" through Dr. Grumet’s experiences as a hospice doctor, this episode shifts focus to understanding and creating one's purpose. Dr. Grumet delves into what he calls "purpose anxiety", the struggle many face in finding their purpose and how it can lead to anxiety and depression. He unpacks his approach to solving this paradox by advocating for an active creation of purpose rather than searching endlessly for it. Tiffany and Dr. Grumet talk about identifying "purpose anchors," small activities or interests that bring joy and meaning on a daily basis. Throughout the conversation, they touch upon practical strategies to find these purpose anchors, how to overcome common obstacles in the journey of creating purpose, and how societal pressures can often derail us from our authentic paths. Check out the full show notes: https://moneytalkwitht.com/podcast-show-notes/the-purpose-code/ Takeaways Finding your purpose isn't about searching; it's about actively creating it through your passions. Purpose can come from everyday activities that bring you joy, not just lofty goals. People often feel pressure to find a singular purpose, leading to anxiety and frustration. Purpose anchors are the small things that excite you and can guide your life direction. Social media can skew our perception of purpose, making it seem glamorous instead of personal. Reflecting on childhood interests can reveal valuable clues about your true purpose today. Resources Mentioned Dr. Jordan Grumet’s website: jordangrumet.com Purchase links for his books: The Purpose Code and Taking Stock Earn and Invest podcast Subscribe to his Purpose Code Substack Connect with Tiffany Grant Website: moneytalkwitht.com Social Media: @moneytalkwitht on all platforms Support this Podcast Copyright 2025 Tiffany Grant This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

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Key Takeaways

Purpose is created, not found

Purpose anxiety affects 91% of people at some point in their lives

Instead of searching for a singular purpose, actively build purpose around what you enjoy

Focus on 'little p purpose' - things you enjoy the process of doing rather than goal-oriented outcomes

Purpose anchors guide authentic purpose creation

Purpose anchors are 'inklings or beckonings' that draw you in and get you excited

You can have multiple purpose anchors - there's no limit to how many things bring you joy

Purpose anchors can be identified through life review, work activities, childhood interests, and experimentation

Childhood interests reveal purpose clues

Look at childhood rooms, trophies, drawings, and posters for recurring themes

Kids naturally engage in activities for the joy of doing them, not for goals or money

Reoccurring themes from childhood often point to authentic purpose anchors

Social media and societal pressures derail authentic purpose

Marketing and advertising sell us lifestyles that may not align with our true purpose

Social media makes purpose seem glamorous rather than personal and process-oriented

Authentic purpose may not look impressive to others but actually lights you up

Action is required to build purpose

Purpose is about present and future action, not passive discovery

If something stops being joyful, either divorce the goals or move to a different purpose anchor

The goal is to fill as much time as possible with activities that light you up

Intro

Tiffany Grant welcomes back Dr. Jordan Grumet (Doc G) to discuss his new book The Purpose Code, exploring how to overcome purpose anxiety and actively create purpose rather than endlessly searching for it.

Dr. Jordan Grumet is a hospice doctor, author, and host of the Earn & Invest podcast. He previously appeared on episode 322 discussing 'Redefining Rich' and returns to share insights from his latest book.

The Purpose Code with Dr. Jordan Grumet | Ep. 363

Key Takeaways

Intro

– The Purpose Paradox: Anxiety vs. Benefits

– Creating Purpose Instead of Finding It

– Identifying Purpose Anchors

– The Joy of Process Over Goals

– Overcoming Obstacles to Purpose

– Where to Find the Book and Resources

Books Mentioned

Resources

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