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EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 34 MIN

Keep Thriving: Pursuing What Lights You Up to Bring Light to Others

from Compassion in Motion, A podcast of Inspiring Stories of helping others. · host Sunny Grothaus

In this inspiring episode of Compassion in Motion, I sit down with author and midlife mentor Dana Waters to explore her empowering philosophy from Life on the Fifth Floor and her Thrive movement. Dana reminds us that thriving isn’t about slowing down—it’s about caring for ourselves, pursuing our passions, and living with purpose.We discuss how nurturing our own well-being creates the energy and compassion we need to support others. When we follow what lights us up, our wisdom, experiences, and service naturally overflow into our families, communities, and the people we’re meant to help. Dana shows how sharing our stories, mentoring, and giving back become powerful expressions of a thriving life.If you’re ready to rediscover purpose and let your own thriving inspire others, this conversation is a must-listen.Follow Dana: https://www.lifeonthefifthfloor.comInstagram, Facebook, TikTok & LinkedIn: @danawatersthrivecollectivePurchase Life on the Fifth Floor @ Amazon, B&N & Walmart

In this inspiring episode of Compassion in Motion, I sit down with author and midlife mentor Dana Waters to explore her empowering philosophy from Life on the Fifth Floor and her Thrive movement. Dana reminds us that thriving isn’t about slowing down—it’s about caring for ourselves, pursuing our passions, and living with purpose.We discuss how nurturing our own well-being creates the energy and compassion we need to support others. When we follow what lights us up, our wisdom, experiences, and service naturally overflow into our families, communities, and the people we’re meant to help. Dana shows how sharing our stories, mentoring, and giving back become powerful expressions of a thriving life.If you’re ready to rediscover purpose and let your own thriving inspire others, this conversation is a must-listen.Follow Dana: https://www.lifeonthefifthfloor.comInstagram, Facebook, TikTok & LinkedIn: @danawatersthrivecollectivePurchase Life on the Fifth Floor @ Amazon, B&N & Walmart

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