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The Purpose Filter

As someone who cares for sick and dying patients, hospice and palliative care physician Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang has learned a thing or two about living. 

The good news is you don’t have to wait until the end or to lose someone you love to get a second chance at the life you truly want. 

With episodes covering topics like health, relationships, mindset, productivity, business, fulfillment and happiness, you’ll learn how to apply the lessons of the dying before it’s too late so you can create a life you genuinely love. 

Dr. Zhang’s expertise as a mindset and integrative life coach/hypnotist also means that each episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you see results FAST.

Each week brings warmth, compassion, authenticity, and humor to topics like what it takes to lead a life well-lived, finding your purpose, being your authentic self, impostor syndrome, perfectionism, taking action despite fear and so much more. 

If you’re ready to make a change in your life and aren't afraid of some uncomfortable conversations along the way, then tune in to discover how to transform your life and lead from the heart with purpose, passion, perspective, and peace 

Episodes

Elevate Your Communication Skills in Minutes By Using the "3 W" Statements: Wish, Worry & Wonder

Does it feel like nothing you do is getting you closer to better communication and stronger relationships? Have you been told to just listen more or be more understanding without seeing any results? Learn the secret to finally making a lasting impact with the three W statements: Worry, Wish, and Wonder! Little did I know that these three simple phrases would transform not only my professional life but also my personal relationships. These are phrases I use every single day as a...

Apr 26, 202316 min

Healing Grief & Loss Through Reiki with Carolina Sotomayor

After facing the life-shattering devastation of losing her father, Carolina Sotomayor found herself with overwhelming grief, leading her to question everything she thought she knew. What she didn't know at the time was how her unresolved grief was affecting her ability to conceive She then embarked on a journey to find peace and sought solace in various healing modalities, eventually discovering the transformative power of Reiki. Tune in this week to hear how Carolina confronted her...

Apr 19, 202338 min

The Art of Adulting: Discovering Yourself Through Hobbies & Leisure

If the question "what do you do in your spare time?" has you scratching your head or thinking "I wish I had spare time!" then this episode is for YOU So many of us feel disconnected from who we truly are, and are too focused on achievement and productivity to allow ourselves to do anything leisurely or even have hobbies. People often overlook the importance of fun, becoming all-consumed with adult responsibilities. ln this episode, I share the truth about how hobbies are not only incredibl...

Apr 12, 202320 min

Books That Changed My Life: "What Happened To You?" by Oprah Winfrey & Dr. Bruce Perry

You know when you're partly through a book and you think, "OMG, this book is going to change my life!" Well, this week's episode is dedicated to one of those books: "What Happened To You: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing" In this episode, discover a groundbreaking book on trauma, resilience, and healing, and how it can help us navigate life's uncertainties in order to improve our overall quality of life. In this episode, you will learn how to: Unearth hidden strengths through...

Apr 05, 202319 min

Mindful Musings: A Beginner's Guide to Meditation for Busy People

Have you ever wondered what all the fuss is about meditation, or perhaps you've tried it once before, but you got too distracted wondering if you left the stove on and you never made it a habit? Well, that was exactly what I thought in the past, and in this episode I'm sharing with you the benefits of meditation and how to incorporate it into your busy life. Research has shown that meditation can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while improving focus, productivity, and even sl...

Mar 29, 202318 min

3 Powerful Questions To Ask Yourself To Gain Perspective On Your Present And Clarity On Your Future

When was the last time you felt immense clarity regarding your identity, purpose and future? Well, this week's episode shares 3 simple yet profound questions to help you deepen your understanding of yourself. And it was actually inspired by a med school essay prompt back in 2010! So whether you're facing a period of uncertainty, going through a transition, or just looking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, these questions are for you. You will learn: 1. Three simple questio...

Mar 22, 202318 min

"My Heart Attack Was A Gift": Surviving the Widowmaker, Finding Purpose and Coming Home to Oneself with Adrian Jones

After surviving a "widowmaker" heart attack, Adrian Jones is confronted with a life-changing irony: He must find his birth parents to fulfill his newfound mission of helping and inspiring others. His story is full of twists, turns and life-altering lessons that you can apply immediately to feel more present, connected to your loved ones and reinvigorated to wake up each day. In this episode, you'll hear: 1. The dramatic story of Adrian Jones surviving a heart attack and the life-chang...

Mar 15, 202343 min

Feeling Stuck? This One Simple Action Will Help You Feel Better Today

Have you ever felt better just going outside and getting some fresh air? Well, there's a reason for that, and in today's episode, you'll discover why reconnecting with nature is such an incredible way to help us manage overwhelm, improve attention, ramp up productivity, regulate our mood and decrease stress In this episode, you'll learn: how spending the equivalent of 0.3% of your day on this one action can help restore your attention and reduce stresshow society's obsession w...

Mar 08, 202312 min

All or Nothing Thinking: The Sneaky Way You're Sabotaging Yourself and How To Overcome It Instead

"Why am I ALWAYS such an idiot?" "Oh, my friends NEVER want to do what I want" "You literally do this ALL THE TIME!" If you are like most people, this is what your internal monologue sounds like or you've exchanged or received some of these remarks during a heated conversation These common and seemingly normal phrases are particularly dangerous for your mental health and in this episode you'll discover: How subtle shifts in language can manifest in powerful ...

Mar 01, 202315 min

Perfectionism Unpacked: When Striving For Excellence Becomes Toxic

Do you constantly strive for flawlessness in everything you do, but you find yourself feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and even paralyzed by the pressure to be perfect? What if I told you there's a way out that you can let go of the need to be perfect and EMBRACE your imperfections? This week, we're diving into perfectionism—examining its origins, its impact on our lives and how we can break free from its grasp Together we'll uncover the hidden costs of perfectionism, learn ...

Feb 21, 202320 min

The Real Truth About Work-Life Balance You Can't Afford NOT To Know

Are you feeling overwhelmed and unable to find a balance between your professional and personal life? Have you been trying to find a way to get more stress relief, peace, and balance with no success? If so, this episode is for you Learn how to maximize productivity, save time, money and energy with actionable strategies to give you back HOURS of your time and replace the myth of work-life balance with work-life integration. Here’s what I cover: 1. Discover how to maximize prod...

Feb 15, 202329 min

Science-based Tools to Heal After Trauma & Why You're Never Too Busy to Say "I Love You" with Hilary Russo

When Hilary Russo, a health and wellness journalist for over 25 years, receives a phone call from her father just hours before his unexpected death, she is compelled to use her superpowers of storytelling, amplification and connection to help those in need and ultimately find purpose and peace in her own life. "We have no idea what tomorrow will bring, but the whole point of that episode was, which I called Pick Up the Phone, is to encourage you that you're never too busy. So I encoura...

Feb 08, 202339 min

Fear of Failure Got You Stuck? Here's the 1 Question You Need To Ask Yourself to Unlock Your True Potential

Failure SUCKS. Let's face it—no one wants to feel it and it's so painful that most of us will do ANYTHING to avoid feeling like a failure. Unfortunately for many, that avoidance of the feeling of failure is exactly what keeps us stuck. We don't want to risk failure, so we stay safe and don't step out of our comfort zones. Luckily, in this episode, you'll learn the 1 question to ask yourself about what it means to fail so you can finally get out of your head, take risks and pursue y...

Feb 01, 202310 min

Here's The Biggest Reason Why You’re Unhappy—And What To Do About It Instead

Have you ever wanted to feel happier but just didn't know how? Or when you do feel happy, it's temporary and just doesn't seem to last? You might feel like you're chasing little slivers of happiness and life is the daily slog that happens in between those moments. Well, the good news is it doesn't have to be that way This week, you'll hear about the ONE concept I learned that fundamentally changed my perspective on what it means to live and to be happy. At the end of thi...

Jan 25, 202317 min

An Honest, Open and Vulnerable Conversation about Self-Doubt

Has anyone ever told you that you seem to have it all together and that they never would have guessed you struggle with self-doubt from the way your carry yourself? Well, that's exactly what my friend and former podcast guest Katrina Mcghee said to me in a recent phone call And my immediate thought was "actually, I struggle with CRIPPLING self-doubt!" Our discussion was so honest and open and raw that I knew we needed to share it so that you know you're not alone T...

Jan 18, 202331 min

5 Wildly Effective Ways to Make 2023 Your Best Year Ever

If you've ever set New Year's resolutions in the past only to break them by the third week of January, then consider this a sign to listen in so you can finally break that old habit for good! In this week's episode, we'll uncover FIVE wildly effective ways to make 2023 your BEST. YEAR. EVER! Topics discussed: the #1 reason why starting the new year off with intention is so effectivehow having a unifying theme to your year will harness your unconscious mind to help you achieve yo...

Jan 11, 202321 min

Resting Over The Holidays: New Episodes Return January 11, 2023!

As we wrap up another year, I hope you take some time for restoration and rejuvenation this holiday season That's why The Purpose Filter podcast is taking a much needed winter break New episodes return on Wednesday January 11th, 2023! And as a reminder for the rest of this year, there are no "should"s and there is no "supposed to". This holiday season, I hope that you get to surround yourself with the people who bring you joy, and I hope that you get some much needed rest. I hope tha...

Dec 21, 20223 min

You Are Not A Fraud: 5 Myths About Impostor Syndrome to Stop Believing NOW

You learned last week on episode 62 about the 5 personality subtypes of impostor syndrome, so we’re taking you even deeper and discussing the 5 myths you NEED to know to finally stop feeling like the fraud that you’ve NEVER been Topics discussed in this episode: refresh of the 5 personality subtypes of impostor syndrome from episode 62the 5 myths of impostor syndrome and why people fall into the trap of believing them The one and ONLY difference between people who feel like impo...

Dec 07, 202224 min

The FIVE Subtypes of Imposter Syndrome and How to Conquer Each One

How is it that every single time you try something new, imposter syndrome seems to rear its ugly head? Well, maybe because there's actually FIVE different personality subtypes of imposter syndrome! That's exactly what we'll be discussing in this episode so you can determine exactly which one of these personalities you resonate with the most, what problems are often associated with it and how to shift your mindset so you can stop feeling like a fraud NOW Topics discussed during ...

Nov 30, 202218 min

The Secret to Feeling Gratitude All Year Round (That Really Works!)

What's something that has significantly makes us happier, healthier and more fulfilled, that the vast majority of people only do once a year? If you guessed gratitude (judging by the title), then you're absolutely RIGHT! We already know that gratitude has INCREDIBLE health benefits, like lowering the risk of major depression, generalized anxiety disorder, phobias, nicotine, alcohol, drug dependence, and abuse, not to mention all of the emotional benefits on our mental health as ...

Nov 23, 202216 min

Changing This ONE Thing Will Exponentially Increase Your Chances of Achieving Your Goals

Have you ever tried to quit a bad habit yet failed to make a lasting change? You were motivated, you knew what was at stake and yet you went back to your old ways faster than you could say "whiplash" What if I told you there something you could do that would EXPONENTIALLY increase your chances of achieving any goal you set for yourself? Well, that's exactly what this week's episode is all about! Tune in this week to learn how to leverage the power of this lesson and use it in y...

Nov 16, 202222 min

These 4 Words Will Help You Break Free From the Past and Discover the REAL You

How is it that two people who start out under the exact same circumstances can get to the end of their life in totally different places? How does one radically transform their life while the other stays exactly where they are? The answer, as with most things is MINDSET. In this week's episode I share with you the 4 words that could be the difference between being chained to your past or breaking free and creating your own destiny. Topics discussed in this episode: Profo...

Nov 09, 202214 min

If You Don't Ask, The Answer Is "No"

Picture this: you spot an attractive person across the room and you start walking over to introduce yourself but they panic sets in and you awkwardly run away to hide Or you finally muster up the courage to ask your boss for a promotion, only to talk yourself out of it because "what's the point in even asking?" Sound familiar? If you've ever been on the brink of putting yourself out there, whether in pursuit of a romantic partner, a job opportunity or even a discount on your ne...

Nov 02, 202219 min

The Price of Your Mental Health

Please note that this episode carries a trigger warning, as it covers topics related to death and suicide. Please listen with care. Whether or not we are aware of them, mental health issues exist within our families, workplaces, and communities and have a profound impact on nearly everyone we know. Today, I'm opening up and being completely vulnerable as I share my own mental health story in the hopes that it will shed some light on these issues, normalize the experiences that so many of ...

Oct 26, 202226 min

Today Could Be The First Day of the Rest of Your Life

How would you like to be remembered? What are the stories that you want people to tell about you once you’re gone? Answering these questions has everything to do with the legacy you’d like to leave behind. By knowing and understanding this, you can reverse engineer your life so that you are living with purpose and passion today. We can all name someone who has left a profound and lasting impression on us, even long after they are gone. Whether it’s someone you knew personally or a famous ...

Oct 19, 202222 min

How to Stop People-Pleasing and Live the Life YOU Want

Imagine what life would be like if you didn’t care about the opinions of others. If the thought of being judged by family, friends or colleagues didn’t make you pause and factor into your decision-making. Picture yourself wearing the clothes you feel comfortable in, and going after the job you are passionate about. If this sounds like a dream, then you’re in the right place. People pleasing is the topic of today’s episode, and Dr. Kathy Zhang opens the conversation with a thought-provoking ...

Oct 12, 202220 min

Sex as the Final Frontier of Personal Growth with Dr. Kelly Casperson

There are so many aspects to living a life of fulfillment, but what if there was one area of your life you could improve that would spill over into all others? Sounds like a bit of a life hack. Well, it is, and we want to share it with you on today’s episode. Is your sex life fulfilling, or are you just going through the motions? The empowerment you get from knowing what you want in the bedroom and being able to speak up and ask for it, or the ability to say no, when no means no, is ...

Oct 05, 202244 min

Taking Up Space: 7 Ways to Ask For What You Want When You Feel Unsure

When someone compliments you, do you receive it with a thank you, or do you go on to diminish the compliment to make everyone feel more comfortable? Do you apologize for things that aren’t your responsibility? This is a common societal issue, especially for women. We’ve been taught that it is a bad thing to take up space in the world, and putting yourself last is praised. This whole structure is upside down and needs to be corrected, because every single person deserves to have space and to...

Sep 28, 202242 min

The Duality of Life

Two things can be true at the same time, like a half full or half empty water glass. I've seen my fair share of duality play out in palliative care where immense suffering can exist side by side with infinite love. And you can nurture this exact duality in your own life can help nurture more inner peace and comfort. This is the paradox that, if mastered, could totally change the your experience of life. It's a muscle that can be strengthened just by practicing changing your persp...

Sep 21, 202218 min

Your Authentic Self is a Priceless Gift to Others

"He did the crossword puzzle in INK." The sentence above doesn't make sense now, but once you listen to the episode, you'll understand why it's such a profound sentence and the inspiration for this week's message Most of us spend our days hiding our true nature because we're afraid of judgment or shame. We believe we won't fit in or be accepted by our peers. It seems easy, but we make it tough on ourselves because we are scared to uncover our truths, but the rewards are s...

Sep 14, 202222 min
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