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My guest today is Dr. Mark G. Shrime, who is the author of the book, Solving for Why: A Surgeon's Journey to Discover the Transformative Power of Purpose. You might wonder why I’m talking to a surgeon on a podcast about creativity and living a fulfilling life, but as you’ll learn, Dr. Shrime is also a sought-after speaker helping others find meaningful career paths. In this conversation, you will discover how to take risks, make tough decisions, and listen to your heart in order to live a life of passion, meaning, and purpose.

Dr. Shrime explains the power of solving your why so you can get unstuck and move onto the right path. He lays out 4 questions and a 3 step plan to help you live a life aligned with your passions, skills, and values. . He also shares how to overcome the decision paralysis that is keeping you on the wrong path.

If you're stuck in an unfulfilling job or feel like you’re not living to your full potential, this conversation could be the first step towards the rewarding life you deserve.

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Here's What You'll Learn:

• Dr. Shrime's origin story and the three ethics he had to unlearn
• What is moral injury and how it affects our life
• Dr. Shrime's epiphany of what he really wanted to do after 15 years of doing a job he hated
• KEY TAKEAWAY: Intention is the key to constructing a fulfilling life
• The importance of knowing your why and how it changes your perspective of the path you are on
• The three-step process to solving your why
• The 'Gary Parker Rule' and how it can help you in your decision-making
• Dr. Shrime's American Ninja Warrior story: Lessons about failure and how you perceive yourself
• The four questions to answer to understand your path in life
• How to live in alignment with your why
• What to do if you fail to build your life around your purpose
• BIG MYTH: The next decision must be the right one

Useful Resources Mentioned:

Understanding the Difference Between Integrative & Traditional Medicine | with Dr. Edison de Mello

Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes - William Bridges

Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life - Richard Rohr

Start With Why - Simon Sinek

How to Know (Without a Doubt) If It’s Time to Quit | with Annie Duke

How to Futu