You're Not Too Late: Your Purpose Doesn't Expire episode artwork

EPISODE · Sep 30, 2025 · 51 MIN

You're Not Too Late: Your Purpose Doesn't Expire

from That Sh*t Doesn't Define You: Stories of Hope

In this engaging conversation, Athena Captain and Rick Hadrava discuss the myths surrounding age and pursuing dreams. They emphasize that it's never too late to start anew, highlighting the importance of purpose, community, and continuous learning. Rick shares his personal journey of starting a podcast and the lessons learned along the way, encouraging listeners to take action on their dreams, embrace mistakes, and surround themselves with supportive individuals. The discussion also touches on the significance of investing in oneself and the unique advantages of starting later in life, ultimately reinforcing that purpose often grows with age.Episode Resources: https://www.athenacaptain.com/blog/tsddy-season-2-show-notesDownload Season 2 Resource Guide: https://www.athenacaptain.com/tsddyChapters00:00 Challenging Age-Related Myths03:38 Rick Hadrava's Journey to Entrepreneurship06:33 The Importance of Purpose and Growth09:37 Overcoming Complacency and Embracing Hardship12:27 Redefining Retirement and Lifelong Learning15:36 Investing in Yourself at Any Age18:39 The Power of Purpose in Adversity21:36 Lessons from Inspiring Stories24:47 Overcoming Momentum Issues27:48 Taking Small Steps Towards Dreams32:08 The Advantages of Starting Later in Life36:36 Embracing Mistakes and Moving Forward41:16 The Science of Purpose and Lifelong Learning46:07 Action Steps to Achieve Your Dreams

NOW PLAYING

You're Not Too Late: Your Purpose Doesn't Expire

0:00 51:39

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Big Old Life: Heather Blackbird interviews people on planet earth. Heather Blackbird loves asking questions. This podcast is a learning experience. Join me, Heather Blackbird, as I talk to people about their lives. Frequency of new episodes is a little all over the place and I'm learning as I go. Big Old Life is a small way of talking about the vastness of life, one person at a time. If you are reading this or found this podcast it's probably because someone you know gave you a link to it. :) Explicit Tales Of A Superstar DJ The Insomniac Spun seemingly out of nowhere from her complacent life in the corporate world, turned seemingly overnight from 16-Hour shift work and into the life of a literally starving artist and working musician, The Protagonist navigates her supposed rise to fame and superstardom on a journey through spiritual awakening, coming-of-age, and intimate self-realization--guided by an omnipresent force and equipped with the power of love, magic, and music. {Enter The Multiverse.} [The Festival Project] The Festival Project, Inc.™ is a multidimensional multimedia platform which encompasses exploratory and artistic social personifications and expressions on cosmic theory, spirituality, growth, health & wellness, philosophy and theoretic dynamics in entertainment such as music, design, film, television, radio, dance and festival culture, art, fashion, literature, and science. The Festival Project™ and its subsidiary Non-Profit, The Collective Complex © aims to challenge modern artistic and philosop Explicit Bitcoin Is Dead Trey Carson Welcome to Bitcoin is Dead, the ultimate Bitcoin variety show where host Trey takes you on a journey through the ever-evolving world of Bitcoin. Each episode brings new personalities, fascinating locations, and insightful conversations with politicians, educators, and innovators shaping the future of Bitcoin. Whether you're a seasoned Bitcoiner or just starting your journey, tune in for thought-provoking discussions, unique perspectives, and a deep dive into the ideas and people driving the Bitcoin revolution. Explicit The Sacred +Profane Podcast nephtaragrace The Sacred + Profane Podcast is a provocative conversation dedicated to cementing a better future for all. We specialize in unpacking the nuances of what is considered sacred and profane, particularly focusing on sex, death, and all that pertains to the circle of life. Our aim in focusing on such ”taboo” subject matter is to demystify what is unconscious, bring to light what has been known for centuries as ”the occult,” and empower the rapid transformation that is occurring on the Planet. Explicit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of That Sh*t Doesn't Define You: Stories of Hope?

This episode is 51 minutes long.

When was this That Sh*t Doesn't Define You: Stories of Hope episode published?

This episode was published on September 30, 2025.

What is this episode about?

In this engaging conversation, Athena Captain and Rick Hadrava discuss the myths surrounding age and pursuing dreams. They emphasize that it's never too late to start anew, highlighting the importance of purpose, community, and continuous learning....

Can I download this That Sh*t Doesn't Define You: Stories of Hope episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!