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A Path to Purpose
by Chris Meston
This podcast is meant to inspire and encourage those who are desire purpose and fulfillment in life. We talk about life struggles, singlehood, loss and so much more.
Episodes
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When Did This Become Normal?
At some point, we all develop our own version of normal. The routines we follow, the habits we develop, and the things we simply accept as part of everyday life. But what happens when we stop questioning what has become normal? In this episode, Chris explores how easily we can get used to almost...
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What the Milestone Really Means
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The Stories We Tell Ourselves
How often do we make up our minds before we have the whole picture? In this episode of A Path to Purpose, we explore the assumptions we make about other people, our circumstances, and ourselves—and how quickly those assumptions can become stories we accept as truth. From first impressions to...
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Being Seen
In this episode we explore what it really means to be seen. It's not about seeking attention—it's about allowing ourselves to grow, connect, contribute our gifts, and live more fully into our purpose. Sometimes, staying unseen feels safer. But what opportunities for growth might open when we…
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Always Be a Student
In this episode of A Path to Purpose, we explore what it means to remain a student long after we've left the classroom. From embracing new interests to being willing to become a beginner again, growth is always available when we stay curious, open, and teachable. There is still so much in this…
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What We Build Can Help Save Us feat. Vincent van den Broeck
What happens when life changes in an instant—and everything you've built is suddenly put to the test? In this episode, Chris sits down with Brussels-based entrepreneur and restaurateur Vincent van den Broeck, whose life took a dramatic turn after a near-fatal accident left him facing…
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Guilt Doesn't Get The Final Say
Have you ever felt like something from your past disqualified you from what could still be ahead? In this episode, Chris explores how regret and guilt can quietly shape what we believe we deserve, what we're capable of, and which paths we allow ourselves to pursue. Through personal reflections on...
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The In-Between
What if the moments we spend waiting for the next vacation, promotion, or milestone are actually where life is meant to be lived? In this episode, Chris explores The In-Between—the ordinary days that make up most of our lives and how they shape who we become. Discover why it's easy to live for...
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Stay Curious
When was the last time you became genuinely curious about something? In this episode, Chris explores why curiosity is more than a personality trait—it's a mindset that keeps us growing, deepens our relationships, broadens our perspective, and helps us experience life with a renewed sense of…
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How Purpose Protects Us
We spend much of our lives protecting what matters most—our health, our families, our finances, and our future. But what if one of the greatest forms of protection has been there all along? In this episode, Chris explores the surprising connection between purpose and our well-being through the...
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What's Convenient Isn't Always Right
Here's a Spotify-ready description that captures the episode without revealing the entire story. How many of the decisions we make are based on what's truly right... and how many are simply based on what's easier? In this episode I share a personal story about a career decision that taught me a...
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Remembering What You're Made Of
It's easy to become so focused on the challenge in front of us that we forget everything we've already overcome. In this episode, Chris explores how both the ordinary moments of everyday life and the defining seasons we never expected have been shaping who we are. Through every difficult...
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Speak your Mind
How often do we leave conversations wishing we had said what we were really thinking? In this episode, Chris Meston explores why so many of us hold back our thoughts, avoid difficult conversations, and let fear dictate our voice. You'll discover how silence can quietly shape your confidence,...
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Extreme Thinking
How often do you see life in extremes without even realizing it? I n this episode Chris Meston explores the hidden trap of all-or-nothing thinking and how it can quietly shape our habits, relationships, self-worth, and personal growth. Through honest personal reflections and practical coaching...
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A Legacy of Determination
What does it mean to leave a legacy when you haven't achieved the outcome you once dreamed of? In this episode of we explore the remarkable resilience of the Netherlands national football team—widely regarded as the greatest nation never to win a FIFA World Cup—and the powerful lessons their...
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Correcting Course
How do we end up in places we never intended to be? More often than not, it doesn't happen overnight. It happens gradually through the choices we make, the habits we form, and the standards we accept. In this episode Chris explores why adulthood offers us more freedom but often less…
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Turn Crisis into Growth - How to Transform your Adversity feat. Sass Schaeffer
What if the hardest season of your life wasn't the end of your story… but the beginning of who you were meant to become? In this episode, I sit down with Sass Schaeffer to explore how adversity can either keep us trapped in old patterns or transform us into something stronger, wiser, and more...
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Finding Enthusiasm
In this episode we explore the deeper meaning of enthusiasm and why it is about far more than temporary excitement. Inspired by a recent visit with family, I reflect on how childlike energy and wholehearted engagement can reconnect us to something many of us lose through the routines and...
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Making Up Your Mind
In this episode of On the Path, we explore the struggle of indecision and the quiet cost of staying stuck between choices. From everyday moments of overthinking to life-changing decisions involving career, relationships, purpose, faith, and personal growth, this conversation dives into what…
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Unlocking a True Warrior Mindset feat. Chris Harris
In this episode of A Path to Purpose Podcast, host Chris Meston sits down with Chris Harris—an international keynote speaker, mindset expert, and former private contractor training global military and special forces. Drawing from his elite background, Harris shares raw insights on human behavior...
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When Everything Hits At Once
In this episode Chris shares a personal season of overwhelm marked by financial stress, family health concerns, and unexpected car repairs. Through reflection and practical insight, he explores how focusing on what you can control, choosing your attitude, and taking one step at a time can help…
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Hard Work Pays - More Than We Think
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When the Music Stops - Engaging Without the Noise
In this episode we explore what happens when the "music" we rely on—whether it's motivation, stimulation, or external distractions—suddenly disappears. After a workout where my headphones died mid-run, I was forced to confront discomfort without my usual crutch, and what I found was a deeper…
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When Lightning Strikes: Rebuilding After Life Changes Everything- feat. Scott Lackey
Scott Lackey's journey is a series of defining moments—times when life didn't gently redirect him, but struck like lightning, forcing immediate change. From the structure of military service to the uncertainty of entrepreneurship and the realities of leadership, each chapter brought both progress...
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Tearing Off The Spout - The Will To Reshape What Matters
What started as a simple birthday experience turned into a powerful reminder about growth, imperfection, and purpose. In this episode, I share how working with clay revealed something deeper about the way we approach our own lives—that we don't have to get everything right the first time, and we...
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The Ultimate Path
In this episode, we go beyond surface-level growth and talk about the deeper question many of us carry—why do we still feel like something is missing, even when life looks good on the outside? Through the lens of Easter and the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, we explore the truth that we...
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Stop Chasing - Start Feeling
In this episode I dive into the subtle cycle of chasing pleasure and why it often leaves us feeling unfulfilled. From the highs of weekends and indulgences to the quiet letdown that follows, we explore how this pattern keeps us disconnected from deeper meaning. Through relatable stories and...
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Still Got It? Learning to Rebuild What You Love
This episode explores the moment when you're forced to confront whether you still have the capacity you once took pride in. When performance dips and confidence is tested, it can feel like something's been lost—but there's a deeper opportunity beneath it. We talk about rebuilding from a place of...
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What Others See - The Values That Reveal Who You Are
What if the qualities that define you are already showing up — not just in how you see yourself, but in how others experience you? In this episode, we take a closer look at the patterns, values, and traits that quietly shape who you are becoming. Sometimes, it takes an unexpected moment or a...
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Finding Growth and Purpose Through the Challenges of Marriage feat - Dr Lee Baucom
What happens when a marriage reaches the point where it feels like nothing is working anymore? Is the relationship truly over—or is there another path forward? In this episode of A Path to Purpose, Chris sits down with relationship expert Dr. Lee Baucom, creator of the Save the Marriage System....
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Take A Closer Look
Have you ever searched for something, only to realize it was right in front of you? In this episode of A Path to Purpose, Chris shares a simple kitchen moment with his wife that sparked a deeper lesson about awareness, perspective, and noticing what's obvious. Too often we assume solutions are...
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You Can Turn Things Around - No Matter Where You Are
Feeling like your life is drifting off course? In this episode, Chris explores how subtle choices, habits, and distractions can pull us away from our purpose—and how to course-correct. He shares practical steps to identify patterns, have hard conversations, and replacing compromise with aligned...
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Making The Time For What Matters
In this episode, I share a personal story about getting on a plane to have a conversation I'd been avoiding — and how the hardest talks are often the ones that bring the most clarity. We dive into what happens when we let things linger too long — how avoidance quietly shapes our relationships and...
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Consistency Over comfort - Becoming Who You're Called to Be feat. Chris Avery
What does it really take to turn struggles into purpose, pain into progress, and intention into transformation? In this episode, I sit down with Chris Avery, a coach and runner on a mission to help men build unshakable identity, stronger faith, and lives of meaningful action. We dive into: Why...
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Belief Before Proof
In this solosode, Chris reflects on how external disruptions can shake the identity structures we build around work, achievement, and validation. Drawing from his wife's recent career transition and personal experience, the conversation explores self-worth beyond employment, reconnecting with...
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Rebuilding, Reconnecting, and Finding Purpose After Loss feat - Lionel Moses
In this episode Chris sits down with veteran and author Lionel Moses to discuss his journey of rebuilding life after divorce and financial hardship. Drawing from his military background and his book The Marriage Seed, Lionel shares how those experiences shaped his purpose of helping others...
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The Cost of Comparison - Staying True to Your Path
In this episode Chris explores how comparison can pull you away from your own momentum and sense of direction. When your focus shifts from your path to someone else's, confidence and clarity can fade — but awareness can bring you back. Through reflection and practical insight, this conversation...
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Surrender, Sobriety, and Second Chances - Feat Sara Kelsey
Sara's story is one of survival, surrender, and rediscovering identity when life forces you to confront what truly matters. In this episode we explore her journey through major health challenges, relationship struggles, and years spent trying to prove her worth through the wrong outlets. What...
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What You Repeat - Shapes Who You Become
This episode wraps up the three-part habit formation series by exploring why good habits feel unrewarding at first, while bad habits stick so easily. We dive into how repetition shapes identity, why ease and desire drive what you repeat, and how to design rewards that reinforce who you're...
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The Starting Point: Finding Freedom After Life's Hardest Transitions - Feat Keri Gwynne
Divorce is something no one ever expects—and when it happens, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of who you are anymore. In this episode of Chris Meston joins Keri Gwynne to explore the journey from survival to stability after a high-conflict divorce. Keri shares how faith,...
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What You Want—And How Easy It Is To Act - Shapes What You Repeat
In this episode, Chris continues his second installment of his series on habit formation. He explores how what we want—and how easy it is to act—shapes the habits we repeat. He explains why motivation alone isn't enough and how friction and environment quietly drive consistency. Through practical...
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What We Notice Shapes What We Do
In this episode Chris explains how our environment shapes our habits and why motivation alone isn't enough. He breaks down the four stages of habits and shares practical tips for using visibility and environmental cues to stay consistent. From habit stacking to making routines visible, Chris…
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What We Leave Behind: Time, Work, and Intentional Living - feat Jermaine EE
In this episode, I sit down with Jermaine Ee for a grounded conversation about time, work, and legacy—and how curiosity can become a compass for a meaningful life. Jermaine shares insights from his diverse career across ed-tech, logistics, political campaigns, and executive search, unpacking what...
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Take a Stand
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Get In Front Of It
In this episode Chris explores common blocks like procrastination, perfectionism, and overthinking that hold us back from our goals. He shares practical strategies to recognize self-sabotaging patterns, take conscious counteractions, and align actions with the person you want to become. Chris…
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New Year: Same You - More Aligned
2025 is a wrap—and if you're here, that matters. This episode is a pause for reflection, not resolution. It's about who you've become through adversity, not just what you accomplished. The growth that happened quietly. The resilience you didn't always notice. A new year doesn't require a new you....
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Where the Light Finds You
In this Christmas-themed podcast episode, Chris shared his personal experiences and reflections about the holiday season as both a married man and someone who previously felt lonely. He explored the deeper meaning of Christmas through his Christian faith, discussing how the holiday represents…
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What's Really Keeping You Going?
In this episode Chris explores how life's hardest seasons—loneliness, singlehood, unemployment, and confusion—can reveal hidden strength, meaning, and purpose. Drawing from personal experience and Viktor Frankl's insights, this conversation is a reminder that you're not stuck—you're becoming.
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It's Not Personal - Owning Your Response
Chris unpacks why criticism stings and how to stop taking feedback so personally. Using stories from his early career, he shows how ego, assumptions, and old wounds distort what we hear. You'll learn how to separate the message from the messenger, pause before reacting, and stay grounded. A...
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You'll never Know until You Try
In this episode, we dive into the fears and internal struggles that hold us back from taking risks. From FOMO to embracing uncertainty, we explore how stepping into the unknown can fuel personal growth, build confidence, and open the door to success. Hear real stories, insights, and strategies to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast is meant to inspire and encourage those who are desire purpose and fulfillment in life. We talk about life struggles, singlehood, loss and so much more.
HOSTED BY
Chris Meston
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This podcast is meant to inspire and encourage those who are desire purpose and fulfillment in life. We talk about life struggles, singlehood, loss and so much more.
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