Purpose Project
Do you feel like you're supposed to do something different with your life, but you're not quite sure what to do? If so, you've come to the right place. Purpose Project is a research study designed to explore the topic of purpose from all different angles. Through this research we hope you will discover and realize your unique life's purpose.
Purpose Project
S1E1: Healing Through Purpose with Edwin Gil
In this episode of Purpose Project, host Leslie Pagel interviews Edwin Gil, an artist who leaned on his life's purpose to heal from traumatic life events. Edwin shares his story from growing up in a difficult environment in Colombia, overcoming personal tragedy, and eventually using art to reclaim his life and to connect communities worldwide. He discusses the importance of being authentic to oneself, and the distinction between professional purpose and personal purpose. The episode concludes with Edwin's insights on embracing life's ups and downs and the role of societal influences in shaping one's purpose.
00:00 Welcome to Purpose Project
00:46 Meet Edwin Gill: A Journey of Purpose
01:17 Art as a Lifeline
02:49 Overcoming Tragedy and Finding Purpose
04:09 Healing Through Art and Community
08:07 Exploring Personal and Professional Purpose
27:05 The Intersection of Purpose and Passion
29:01 Advice on Discovering Your Purpose
33:43 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
You can find Edwin at https://www.edwingil.com/
Purpose Project is a research study on the topic of life's purpose. You can follow along in the making of Purpose Project:
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