From circus performers to doctors to writers to social workers, we can experience a "call"—an irresistible pull toward certain work that can feel both like a gift and a burden. While a calling provides clarity and fulfillment, it can also leave little room for choice, demanding sacrifice and persistence regardless of success.
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Apr 2016
380: Striving and struggling for your calling
Dr. Ramesh Richard walks us through, “We each have an individual calling. It is our responsibility to pursue it. The pursuit will be a hard life, full of striving and some struggle. It will also be the most joyful, glorious and fulfilling life we can imagine.”
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1h 3m
May 2023
For those feeling the pressure of being called
A throwback bonus ep.Feeling the pressure of being called can be a lot for most people. Most people do not perform well under pressure, but in this episode, I provide encouragement to all of my listeners to overcome that feeling of pressure. Order my new book, She Is Uncompromisi ... Show More
19m 3s
Jul 2019
The Hard Truth: Sacrifice, Motivation & Determination | What it Takes to Achieve Greatness
Todays episode is not for the faint hearted. Reaching your goals whether it be fitness, business, school, health or wealth all comes at a price. Unfortunately a by-product of greatness, success and smashing goals is sacrifice. In this weeks episode we talk about our own personal ... Show More
39m 3s
Mar 2025
ARIANNA MOLLOY: How to Love Work—Without Burning Out
What is a calling? How does it shape our work and life? What’s the hidden cost of pursuing it (and what can we do about it)? In this engaging, high-energy conversation, Michael and Megan sit down with Dr. Arianna Molloy—calling researcher, author, and professor—to unpack the powe ... Show More
1h 6m