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A Soulful Path

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Reclaiming the Language of Depth in a Surface-Driven World

What if the path to purpose wasn’t something to chase, but something to remember?
Not a to-do list or a job title, but a deep homecoming to the self beneath the surface?

So many people arrive at the threshold of life purpose coaching hoping to find direction. And that’s understandable. But what I’ve found is that what we’re really searching for is not a new map – but a new relationship with the terrain of our inner world.

In this series, I want to take a step back and explore the deeper foundations that quietly underpin a more soulful path to self-discovery: soul, archetypes, mythopoetic imagination, and the idea of a soul guide. These concepts speak to those of us who sense that the dominant narratives about success and meaning don’t quite mirror to the full truth of our lives.

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Why Soul? Why Now?

The word soul has fallen out of favour in some circles. It can seem nebulous or overly poetic in a world that prizes productivity and clarity. But soul points us toward something essential. Something slow, rooted, and quietly knowing. It reminds us that we are more than roles, routines, or even personalities – we are stories unfolding, mysteries living themselves through time.

To speak of soul is to honour the part of us that longs for beauty, truth, and belonging. It’s the part that aches when life feels out of alignment, and sighs with relief when something finally clicks – this is who I am. This is what matters.

A Language for the Inner World

In the posts that follow, I’ll explore:

  • The soul guide as a symbolic companion – an inner archetype that helps us navigate our own mythic terrain.
  • Archetypal psychology, drawing on thinkers like Carl Jung and James Hillman, and how it offers a map for understanding the patterns that shape us.
  • Mythopoetic imagination – the art of seeing our lives as rich, evolving stories rather than problems to solve.
  • And how all of this connects to soulful living and meaningful life design.

This isn’t about abstract theory. It’s about reclaiming a deeper way of seeing ourselves—one that embraces mystery, listens inward, and dares to ask different questions. Who am I really, beneath the masks? What is life asking of me now? What hidden thread has been quietly weaving through my experiences all along?

Walking Together

If you’ve ever felt like modern life asks you to move too fast, skim the surface, or fit yourself into a mould that doesn’t quite fit- this series is for you. My hope is to offer not answers, but invitations. To help you reconnect with your own inner knowing. To walk a little more slowly. To listen a little more deeply.

Because the soul doesn’t shout.
But it is always whispering.

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It’s Time: The Soulful Path to Life Purpose is Now Open

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Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored some of the deeper questions that surround life purpose:

  • What does it really look like to live with purpose in an authentic, grounded way?
  • Why our purpose is more than a job title – and how it’s woven through how we live, love, and show up.
  • How self-knowledge forms the foundation for meaningful change.
  • What the Spiral Path approach offers – a gentler, more reflective route to clarity.
  • Why this approach is different from conventional life coaching.
  • And how six key domains shape a life that feels whole, balanced, and aligned.

Each of these posts has offered a glimpse into a more soulful way of understanding life purpose – one that honours complexity, inner wisdom, and the quiet unfolding of your unique path.

Now, the journey begins.

Today, I’m delighted to officially open the doors to the Soulful Path to Life Purpose programme.

This self-paced online course is designed for thoughtful, reflective people who are ready to explore who they truly are and how they want to live. Whether you’re at a crossroads, seeking deeper clarity, or simply curious about what’s next, this programme offers a gentle but powerful process to help you reconnect with yourself and design a life that reflects your values, gifts, and aspirations.

This isn’t about hustle. It’s not about finding the perfect career.

It’s about coming home to yourself.

Through a carefully curated sequence of reflections, exercises, and insights, you’ll explore:

  • The patterns and influences that have shaped your life
  • Your personality, strengths, values, and passions
  • How to craft a vision for your best self and aspirational goals
  • What meaningful contribution looks like for you – both now and in the future

And if you’re someone who wants to go further, you’ll have the option to begin crafting your own Soulful Project – a tangible expression of your purpose in action.

A Flexible, Self-Guided Journey – With Optional Support

The Soulful Path to Life Purpose is a fully online, self-guided programme – designed to fit around your life, your pace, and your process. You can move through the materials in your own time, reflecting deeply as you go.

And if you’d like more personal support, you have the option to add one-to-one coaching sessions at key points in your journey. These sessions offer a space for deeper exploration, personalised guidance, and encouragement as you bring your purpose to life.

Ready to Begin?

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need a willingness to explore, to listen inwardly, and to trust that your life holds more meaning than you’ve perhaps been told.

The Soulful Path to Life Purpose is open now.

Find out more ….

If you’ve been nodding along with these posts, if something deep inside you feels called to take the next step—this is your invitation.

Let’s begin the journey.

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How Is This Approach to Life Purpose Coaching Different?

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In our last post, we explored the Spiral Path approach to life purpose—an evolving, reflective way of designing a meaningful life rooted in your own values, personality, and inner wisdom.

But you might be wondering: How is this different from other life coaching programmes or personal development frameworks?

It’s a good question—especially in a world full of courses promising quick results, instant clarity, or the perfect “life plan.” The Soulful Path to Life Purpose programme offers something quite different.

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Here’s how.

1. It’s Not About Hustle or Hyper-Productivity

Many popular approaches to purpose are built around productivity: set a goal, make a plan, push yourself to achieve it. While there’s value in structure and momentum, this model can feel exhausting—especially if you’re someone who thrives on reflection, not speed.

The Spiral Path approach honours your natural pace. It makes room for pauses, detours, and the quieter seasons of life. Purpose isn’t a race; it’s a relationship with your deeper self that unfolds over time.

2. It Recognises Complexity, Not Just Clarity

We often hear that if you can’t state your purpose in one sentence, you don’t know what it is. But for many of us, life doesn’t work like that. We hold multiple callings. We change. We grow. And sometimes, we’re still figuring things out.

This approach allows for that. It helps you live with the complexity of being human, rather than trying to reduce your life to a neat tagline. It values honest exploration over forced certainty.

3. It’s Soulful, Not Just Strategic

There’s no shortage of life design tools out there—but many of them stay on the surface. They focus on habits, mindset shifts, or career plans without touching the deeper questions.

The Spiral Path approach is different. It creates space for soul. For longing. For intuition. It draws from both psychology and spiritual traditions, helping you explore not just what you do but who you are becoming.

4. It’s Informed by Life Stages and Depth

Purpose doesn’t mean the same thing at every stage of life. What matters to you at 25 may not be what matters at 55. Some coaching models overlook this, offering a one-size-fits-all solution.

The Spiral Path approach draws on human development theories, including ideas from depth psychology. It’s sensitive to where you are on your life journey and invites you to make meaning from your past, present, and emerging future.

5. It Brings the Whole of Life into View

Many people come to life coaching because of a work or career question. But when you scratch the surface, the real questions often go deeper: What kind of life do I want to live? Who do I want to become?

This is why the Spiral Path approach includes your whole life: your relationships, wellbeing, spirituality and sense of contribution. These areas don’t exist in isolation—they influence each other. This approach helps you find purpose that weaves through every part of your life.

6. It Allows for Healing, Not Just Planning

It’s hard to plan a meaningful life if you’re carrying old wounds, harsh self-judgments, or doubts about your worth. But many personal development approaches ignore this emotional layer, focusing only on goals and actions.

The Spiral Path approach is different. It makes room for self-compassion. It recognises that some of the most important steps toward purpose involve healing, releasing outdated beliefs, and learning to trust yourself again.

A Path That Reflects You

Ultimately, what makes this approach different is that it doesn’t tell you who to become—it helps you uncover the life that’s already waiting to emerge through you.

It’s not a formula. It’s a journey—one that honours your individuality, your complexity, and your unfolding story.

Curious to explore this journey for yourself?
The Soulful Path to Life Purpose programme is designed to help you reflect deeply, reconnect with what matters, and start shaping a life that feels meaningful and true.

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The Spiral Path Approach to Life Purpose

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When we think of “life purpose,” it’s easy to imagine it as a destination—a single, defining goal we’re meant to reach. But what if purpose isn’t something we find once and for all, but something we gradually grow into? What if it’s not a straight line, but a spiral?

The Spiral Path approach to life purpose coaching is built on exactly that idea.

Rather than seeking a fixed endpoint or fitting yourself into a predefined mould, this approach invites you to circle deeper into your true self. It honours the complexities of your life and your evolving identity, offering a more holistic and compassionate route to purpose.

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Life Purpose Beyond a Job Title

In many coaching models, life purpose is framed in terms of career. But for most of us, purpose is broader and more nuanced than that. It includes your relationships, your personal growth, your contribution to others, your values, your health, and your spirituality. These parts of life aren’t separate—they’re deeply interconnected. The Spiral Path sees purpose not as one thing, but as the thread that weaves through everything that matters to you.

Honouring Your Uniqueness

At the heart of this approach is a deep respect for individuality. Whether you’re introverted or extraverted, action-oriented or reflective, your natural tendencies are not obstacles—they’re clues. The Spiral Path helps you understand and embrace your personality and life experiences, using them as guides for designing a life that genuinely fits.

Rather than encouraging you to become someone else, it helps you become more yourself.

A Deeply Reflective Process

Purpose isn’t something you’re handed—it’s something you uncover, often gradually. The Spiral Path emphasizes inner reflection and the cultivation of your own inner authority. Through journaling, guided questions, and thoughtful inquiry, you learn to listen to yourself more deeply. This strengthens your ability to make choices that are truly your own, increasing your sense of agency and clarity.

It’s about shifting from asking, “What should I do with my life?” to asking, “What kind of life do I want to create?”

Flexible, Evolving, and Growth-Oriented

One of the most freeing aspects of the Spiral Path is its flexibility. Your goals will likely change as you do—and that’s not a failure, that’s growth. Instead of rigid plans, this approach encourages broader aspirations that can adapt over time. You’re not expected to get everything right at once. You’re invited to keep evolving.

Grounded in Wisdom

The Spiral Path is inspired by a wide range of perspectives, including psychological insights, spiritual traditions, and modern approaches to life design. This creates a rich, reflective coaching experience that supports both soul-deep inquiry and real-world action.

It’s not about surface-level transformation. It’s about uncovering what truly matters—and then learning how to live it.

If this approach resonates with you, I invite you to explore the full Soulful Path to Life Purpose programme.
It’s a self-paced, in-depth journey designed to help you uncover who you are, what matters most to you, and how you want to live. Rooted in reflection, grounded in wisdom, and tailored to your unique path, it’s a powerful way to begin designing a life of purpose—on your terms.

👉 Find out more about the Soulful Path to Life Purpose programme here.

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The Role of Self-Knowledge in Life Purpose

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We often approach the question of life purpose by looking outward—asking what the world needs, what jobs are available, or what paths others have taken. But true purpose doesn’t begin out there. It begins within.

At the heart of a meaningful life is self-knowledge.

Without a grounded sense of who we are, we can end up chasing goals that don’t truly belong to us. We follow the well-trodden paths, take on roles or identities we think we should have, and strive toward markers of success that leave us feeling strangely empty. If you’ve ever ticked all the boxes and still felt unfulfilled, you’ll know what I mean.

That’s where self-knowledge becomes essential—not as a nice-to-have, but as a compass.

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Why Self-Knowledge Matters

Knowing yourself means being aware of your values, your strengths, your quirks and patterns, and your deepest desires. It’s about understanding what energizes you, what drains you, and what calls to you at a soul-deep level.

This kind of insight allows you to live with greater intention. It gives you a filter for decision-making, a clearer sense of what’s worth saying yes to—and what needs to be gently but firmly declined. It helps you navigate change, setbacks, and the many crossroads that life inevitably brings.

Most importantly, self-knowledge lays the foundation for a purpose that’s authentic, sustainable, and fulfilling.

Purpose That Grows From the Inside Out

In my own journey and in my work with clients, I’ve seen how purpose becomes clearer when we take the time to understand ourselves. That’s why the Soulful Path to Life Purpose begins not with lofty goals or action plans, but with a deep dive into who you are.

We explore your personality, values, strengths, passions, and life story—not in isolation, but in connection with one another. We look at the patterns that run through your life, the threads that keep showing up, and the parts of you that are ready to come into fuller expression.

This is not a quick fix or a one-size-fits-all formula. It’s a reflective, often transformative process. And it’s one that honours your unique journey.

Beyond the Surface

Self-knowledge isn’t about boxing yourself in or putting a label on who you are. It’s about opening up to deeper layers of meaning and possibility. It asks for honesty. It invites curiosity. And sometimes, it asks for courage—the courage to accept what you find, and to grow into the person you’re becoming.

The beautiful paradox is that the more we come to know ourselves, the more connected we become to others. Purpose isn’t just about personal fulfilment. It’s about how we show up in the world—how we contribute, connect, and live in alignment with something larger than ourselves.

A Soulful Approach

As I prepare to launch the Soulful Path to Life Purpose programme this spring, I’m reminded again and again that purpose isn’t something we find once and for all. It unfolds. It evolves. And it deepens as we grow.

Self-knowledge is the ground we build on. It’s the quiet strength that helps us stay true to ourselves while navigating life’s many turns.

If you’re feeling the call to explore your purpose—or to reconnect with who you truly are—I’d love to walk alongside you on that journey.

The next post in this series will share more about the Spiral Path approach that underpins the programme. In the meantime, take a moment to ask yourself:

What part of me is ready to be known more deeply?

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Why Life Purpose Isn’t a Job Title

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When we hear the phrase “life purpose,” many of us instinctively think of a job.
We assume it must be something career-related, like being a doctor, an artist, a teacher, or an entrepreneur. Something you can put on a business card. Something that neatly sums up your identity.

But purpose isn’t a job title. And it isn’t something you can only live out if you’ve landed your dream role or turned your passion into a pay cheque.

In truth, purpose is much broader—and much deeper—than that.

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Purpose is About Who You Are, Not Just What You Do

Your purpose isn’t confined to your work, even if you love what you do. It’s about how you show up in the world. It’s expressed through your values, your relationships, the way you move through each day, and the small acts that matter to you.

You can live a deeply purposeful life as a parent, a carer, a volunteer, a community builder, or an everyday presence in someone’s life. You can live your purpose in paid work, unpaid work, creative expression, quiet presence, or public leadership.

Purpose doesn’t always have to be grand. Sometimes, it’s humble and hidden—and no less powerful for it.

The Trouble with Job-Title Thinking

When we tie our purpose to a single role or identity, we risk losing sight of our deeper “why.”
What happens if that job ends? Or if you change careers? Or take time out to care for someone?
Does that mean your purpose disappears?

Of course not.

Tying your identity and sense of meaning too tightly to a role can leave you feeling adrift when life inevitably changes. But when you understand your purpose as a deeper thread running through your life, you become more flexible—and more resilient.

Your Purpose is Already in Motion

Often, people worry they haven’t found their purpose yet—especially if they don’t have a clear vision of what they’re “meant” to do.

But chances are, you’ve already been living parts of your purpose. In the things you care about. In the ways you’ve helped others. In the moments when you’ve felt most alive, most connected, or most true to yourself.

Your purpose may not be one thing. It may not have a name or a title. But that doesn’t make it any less real.

A Soulful Reframing

What if we stopped asking, “What is my purpose?”
And started asking instead:

  • What matters deeply to me?
  • How do I want to show up in the world?
  • What kind of impact do I want to have—whether visible or invisible?
  • What legacy do I want to leave in the lives I touch?

These questions invite us to look beyond job titles and toward the essence of who we are becoming.

Want to Explore Your Life Purpose in a More Soulful Way?

If you’re tired of trying to squeeze your life purpose into a job description, the Soulful Path to Life Purpose programme offers a different way forward.

This isn’t about finding the perfect career. It’s about discovering who you are, what matters to you, and how you can live in greater alignment with your truth—whatever your circumstances.

👉 Learn more about the Soulful Path programme here.

Purpose isn’t something out there waiting to be found.
It’s something within you, ready to unfold.

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How to Live a A Life of Meaning

What does it mean to live a life that is truly our own? How do we move beyond inherited beliefs and external expectations to find meaning on our own terms? These are the kinds of questions James Hollis explores in A Life of Meaning, a book that speaks deeply to those on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and soulful purpose.

Hollis, a Jungian analyst and one of the most insightful writers on depth psychology, invites us to engage in a different kind of conversation—one that doesn’t promise easy answers but instead encourages us to sit with life’s uncertainties and trust in the unfolding of our own path.

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Your Questions Answered: Common Misconceptions About Life Purpose

As the concept of “life purpose” grows in popularity, so too do the questions and misunderstandings surrounding it. Is it something you’re born with? Does it always involve a grand mission? Can it change over time?

With the launch of our Life Purpose FAQs resource, we want to address some of the most common misconceptions about life purpose and provide clarity for those embarking on this journey.

Misconception 1: You’re Born with a Predetermined Purpose

One of the most persistent myths is the idea that you’re born with a specific, unchangeable purpose. While some people may feel a strong calling from an early age, for many, life purpose is something that unfolds over time. It’s shaped by your experiences, values, and evolving self-awareness.

Instead of viewing purpose as a fixed destiny, think of it as a dynamic process—something you co-create throughout your life.

Misconception 2: Life Purpose Has to Be Grand or World-Changing

A common roadblock for many is the belief that their purpose must be something extraordinary, like ending world hunger or becoming a celebrated artist. While these are certainly inspiring examples, your life purpose doesn’t have to be tied to fame or monumental achievements.

Your purpose could be as simple yet profound as being a compassionate presence in your relationships, nurturing your creativity, or contributing to your community in meaningful ways. Small actions can have a ripple effect that’s just as impactful as grand gestures.

Misconception 3: There’s Only One True Purpose for Everyone

The idea that there’s only one “right” purpose can create unnecessary pressure. In reality, people often have multiple purposes that shift and grow throughout their lives. What feels purposeful at one stage may no longer resonate in another—and that’s okay.

This flexibility allows you to adapt to life’s changes and explore new paths that align with your values and aspirations.

Misconception 4: If You Don’t Feel Passionate, You’re Missing a Purpose

Not everyone feels a burning passion for a particular cause or pursuit, and that doesn’t mean you’re lacking purpose. Purpose often emerges gradually, through reflection and experimentation.

At Spiral Path Life Coaching, we emphasize self-discovery—identifying your strengths, values, and interests – and showing how they can intersect to create a fulfilling and meaningful life.

Misconception 5: Life Purpose Is About What You Do

While purpose often influences your actions, it’s not just about what you do but why you do it. Your purpose is rooted in your being, not just your doing. It’s about the qualities you embody and the meaning you bring to your life and relationships.

For example, a teacher’s purpose might not just be to teach but to inspire a love of learning and growth in others. By focusing on the why, you can find purpose in many aspects of your life.

What’s Next?

If these misconceptions have ever left you feeling stuck or uncertain, we hope this post has helped clear the fog. Understanding life purpose is a journey, and it’s natural to have questions and doubts along the way.

That’s why we’ve created the Life Purpose FAQs resource—a guide to address your burning questions and provide practical insights for finding clarity and direction. Whether you’re just starting to explore your purpose or you’re refining it, this resource will be a valuable companion on your journey.