<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[mysite]]></title><description><![CDATA[Purpose Project]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:59:58 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.purposeproject.live/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why I Created This Space]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two years ago - August 20, 2024 - the first episode of the Purpose Project podcast was released into the world. I had no idea then where this project would take me. Over the past two years, I've grown tremendously. And one of the greatest gifts of that growth has been developing a deeper and more meaningful sense of purpose and meaning in my own life. Less desire. More gratitude. Less uncertainty. More grounding. As Purpose Project has evolved, I've found myself asking a lot of questions...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/why-i-created-this-space</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85884fbf417cadb9ec9402</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:52:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/78b556_55eca25e6c5b4f559a9ddba1f5f798b0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Happy Earth Day!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creating an intentional relationship with the environment didn’t just change how I think. It changed how I move through the world. This realization hit me after a recent reflection on a question I get asked often, "What is your favorite Purpose Project episode?” Every time I’m asked this question, my answer is the same. “I don’t have a favorite. I’ve taken something away from every episode.” And it’s an honest answer, but recently, I found myself returning to that question and asking it a...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/happy-earth-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a82ebd90d24f7afd0f52e17</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_03ad2bb2f5ae4a43a581798782d9f3d6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building Bridges to Connect With Others]]></title><description><![CDATA[Purpose, as we’ve defined it, is a constant state of alignment between who we are and what we do. To cultivate this alignment, we must nurture three foundational connections: to ourselves, to others, and to the environment. In this blog post, I focused on the connection to self, exploring how practices like mindfulness, journaling, and allowing the mind to wander help us discover clarity, creativity, and inner peace. In this post, I dive into the second essential connection: the connection to...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/building-bridges-the-importance-of-connecting-with-others</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a80af16a7a7d1a936d50463</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:30:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_243de1db33014227b51281616144b1c7~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Self Connection]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’ve been exploring the topic of life’s purpose—what it means, how it evolves, and the role of connection in living a purposeful life. Purpose, as we’ve defined it, is a constant state of alignment between who we are and what we do. To live a life of purpose, we must cultivate three essential connections: to ourselves, to others, and to the environment. In this post, I dive deeper into the first and most foundational connection: the connection to self. The Overlooked Practice of...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/the-power-of-self-connection</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a80ad1ea7a7d1a936d50091</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:24:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_15cbe7ed567a481aa572883939e7ad10~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Path to Purpose: Cultivating Connection]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’ve explored defining life’s purpose and shared how purpose is fluid and evolves over time. Let’s now turn our attention to the how - how we can live a life of purpose. To guide this exploration, we revisit our working definition of purpose: Purpose is a constant state of alignment between who we are and what we do, requiring self-awareness, acceptance, and courageous action. So, how do we create this alignment?  The answer begins with one powerful word: connection.  Alignment isn’t...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/the-path-to-purpose-cultivating-connection</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a80584e6b98482137aa3591</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 13:25:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_767b682ee8c54753b11b0eea73528cb3~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Life Asking of You Now?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the exploration of life's purpose, one idea stands out: purpose is not static. It evolves with us, adapting to the experiences, challenges, and opportunities that shape our journey. In this post, I delve deeper into the concept of purpose as a fluid state and reinforce the definition of purpose that I introduced in this blog:  “Purpose is a constant state of alignment between who we are and what we do, requiring self-awareness, acceptance, and courageous action.” Purpose is Fluid As we...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/what-is-life-asking-of-you-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8056630184b89c47f8540e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:14:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_302e802a2a3a4265ab3f716a135533ae~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reconnecting With Our Roots]]></title><description><![CDATA[I’ve been exploring the essential connections that bring meaning and alignment to our lives. We began with the connection to self, recognizing that true purpose starts with understanding and listening to our inner world. We then turned to the connection to others, highlighting how relationships create ripples of meaning, shaping both our lives and the world around us. Now, we arrive at the third connection: our connection to the environment. This relationship is often overlooked, yet it is...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/reconnecting-with-our-roots</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a81ae4640f3daf10ba507b2</guid><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jan 2025 13:48:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_df22f41a0277457e8de40061c174b018~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Life's Purpose?]]></title><description><![CDATA[I started my journey with Purpose Project by exploring the topic of life's purpose through a review of existing research and conversations with individuals who have clarity in their purpose. I am learning a lot, and my perspectives are evolving as I go.  I started my research with the basics, seeking to answer the question "What is life's purpose?" In this post, I share what I’ve learned about what life’s purpose is, including insights that have shifted my understanding. Purpose Across...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/new-post-for-the-blog</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4e9a190bcfc75fd1992d3c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 19:42:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ff641fe83bdb4f79bdfac7f381a16e02.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Living On Purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Purpose Project blog!  This blog series reflects on the journey of exploring life’s purpose. Whether you're already a listener to the podcast, a follower on LinkedIn, or new to the conversation, this first post is your invitation to join us on a mission to deepen our connections and live a life on purpose. What is Purpose Project? Purpose Project is a research study aimed at exploring the topic of life’s purpose from multiple perspectives. This study draws insights from three...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/example-blog-post-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4c22a5f7b480551f1660e6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 22:49:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f38c3f3038144a64974a323a253a8e97~mv2_d_2000_1334_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Purpose Project?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Purpose Project is founded on the belief that every individual has a purpose in their life and through research we can understand how to discover and realize our unique life's purpose.  The word "purpose" is thrown around constantly without much context or understanding of what it truly means. It's also a BIG word, meaning it carries a lot of weight for individuals and for companies (who also throw this word around). Take a moment over the next week and pay attention to how often the word...]]></description><link>https://www.purposeproject.live/post/showcase-of-a-recently-uploaded-image-with-engaging-lorem-ipsum-text</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4c20bda178a38b32c9f25c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 21:40:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_5032f4b408a44d07b398e94790ec1a0b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leslie Pagel</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>