Purpose Is Being, Not Doing: Discover Your True Self with Rick Harrigan - RERUN

Uncover the Human

What does it mean to live a purposeful life? Life Purpose Coach Rick Harrigan knows firsthand the painful disconnect between external success and internal emptiness. After 20+ years in corporate entertainment with all the trappings of the American dream—good money, nice house, white picket fence—Rick found himself profoundly unfulfilled. "I was getting validation from everyone except myself," he shares in this soul-stirring conversation.
Rick takes us on his journey from burnout to breakthrough, describing the moment at age 40 when he realized he couldn't continue living a life that wasn't truly his. Working with a coach helped him shed fears around money and perception, allowing him to define success on his own terms for the first time. This transformation was so powerful that Rick left his corporate career, moved to Colorado, and dedicated himself to helping others find their authentic purpose.
The most enlightening revelation? Purpose isn't about doing—it's about being. "Purpose isn't what you're doing. It's not your job. It's who you are," Rick explains. It's about identifying your core values and living them in every aspect of your life. For Rick, discovering that "fun" could actually be a core value was revolutionary, contradicting his stoic upbringing but perfectly aligning with his natural disposition.
Rick offers profound insights into the process of letting go of old programming. He describes it like creating a new groove in a record—understanding what your old patterns are costing you and envisioning the benefits of living authentically. When someone connects with their purpose, there's an unmistakable energetic shift toward freedom, openness, and joy that emanates from within.
Whether you're starting your career, feeling stuck mid-career, or simply seeking greater self-realization, this episode offers valuable guidance for anyone wanting to align their life with their authentic purpose. Visit rickharrigan.com to learn more about Rick's coaching and take your first step toward purposeful living. After all, as Rick reminds us, "failure we can do on our own. Success requires support."

Chapters

1. Introduction to Rick Harrigan (00:00:00)

2. Rick's Journey to Purpose (00:02:08)

3. External vs. Internal Validation (00:08:41)

4. Understanding True Purpose (00:13:31)

5. The Importance of Core Values (00:16:44)

6. Creating New Grooves and Letting Go (00:27:25)

7. Recognizing Purpose Alignment (00:35:57)

8. Finding Fun in Everyday Life (00:40:12)

9. Wrap-up and Authenticity Definition (00:48:49)