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Are You Truly Living? Let’s Revisit This Question

Published over 1 year ago • 1 min read

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Hey there, my friends!

A friend messaged me about a podcast episode I released back in January 2023. They said it hit them right where they needed it. I listened to it and basically preached to myself! I needed that reminder! It got me thinking: maybe you could use this reminder too.

The episode is one of my favorites. In it, I wrestled with a powerful truth:

  • Everybody dies, but not everybody truly lives.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of going through the motions—day after day, same routine, no drive, no spark. But that’s not living; that’s just surviving.

In the short episode, we dig into:

  • How to find what makes you come alive.
  • Why it’s crucial to pursue your purpose (even when it’s hard).
  • The importance of having a goal to fuel your days.
  • How your legacy is built by living fully right now.

Life isn’t a given, and if you’re still breathing, you’re here for a reason. So let me ask you:

What’s been tugging at your heart? What’s the next step toward living your life with purpose?

Here’s the link to revisit the episode: MWM Episode 61: Everyone Dies, Not Everyone Lives.

So, let me challenge you:

  1. Listen to the episode and reflect: What would “truly living” look like for you?
  2. Take one small step today toward that vision—no matter how big or small it feels.
  3. Keep moving forward, even when it’s tough.
  4. Share this newsletter with someone else who might need some encouragement.

Friend, you’ve got incredible potential inside you. It’s time to dig deep, find it, and live a life that matters.

On the journey with you,
David

P.S. I’d love to hear what this episode sparks for you—hit reply and let me know!

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