Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst

Sideways

Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst

  • Purpose

Purpose

Thursday 22nd February 2024

Graham Landi and Martin Pankhurst explore life's purpose through humour and heartfelt insights, touching on addiction recovery, health, and personal anecdotes.
45 minutes
Inspiring
Humorous
Supportive
Engaging
Hopeful

About this podcast

Sideways
Author:
Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Finding Purpose: A Journey Through Laughter and Reflection

Episode Overview

  • Purpose is essential for increased optimism and resilience.
  • Having a sense of purpose improves mental and physical health.
  • Purpose can lower the risk of death by enhancing overall well-being.
  • Finding purpose is crucial in addiction recovery.
  • Purpose helps maintain focus and motivation during tough times.
It's important to have a purpose or set of goals; it gives increased optimism, resiliency, and hope.
Ever wondered about the meaning of life? Well, in this episode of Sideways, hosts Graham Landi and Martin Pankhurst tackle this profound question with their signature blend of humour and heartfelt insights. They share a series of amusing and touching anecdotes, from a creative excuse for drug possession to Martin being mistaken for a pensioner. They also touch on the importance of bowel cancer screening and recount a near-miss incident with a Land Rover. It's not all laughs, though.
The duo dive deep into the concept of purpose, especially how it plays a crucial role in recovery from addiction. Martin reflects on how finding purpose has been a game-changer in his own journey, from improving relationships to starting new ventures like this very podcast. They discuss the benefits of having a sense of purpose, such as increased optimism and resilience, better mental and physical health, and even a lower risk of death.
The conversation also touches on how purpose can help people in recovery stay focused and motivated. If you're looking for a mix of light-hearted banter and meaningful discussion, this episode is a must-listen. It offers valuable insights into how finding purpose can transform lives, especially for those battling addiction. So, why not give it a listen and see how it resonates with you?