No matter what your goal is, a clearly defined purpose is key to success. If you haven’t outlined why you’re working toward change, you’ll quickly become unmotivated and give up. But it’s not enough to simply have a motive. In order to create lasting change, your why should have meaning behind it. Your why should give you a purpose, bring you fulfillment, and inspire you on days when motivation is lacking. Once you define your why, everything becomes much clearer. Whether we’re talking about fitness, money, or life in general, a fulfilling purpose is a catalyst for change. On today’s show, my friend Drew Manning is back to share the lessons he’s learned about discovering a meaningful purpose, practicing gratitude, and developing a stronger sense of empathy. We’ll talk about the dangers of staying in your comfort zone, the importance of learning self-love, and how to find strength in vulnerability. In this episode you’ll discover: The biggest lesson Drew learned throughout gaining and losing 70 pounds. Why changing your perceptionis so important for your health. How our culture’s “all or nothing” mindset fails us. The importance of self-lovewhen striving toward your goals. Why you should honor your body’s individual version of healthy. Three key thingsyou can do to motivate people in your life to be healthier. What it truly means to live by example (and why the alternative doesn’t work!) How judgement and misunderstanding have created a huge gap in the fitness world. How to begin to build empathy, and why it can be so life-changing. The power of vulnerabilityin health, fitness, and life. Why having an aesthetics-based motive isn’t sustainable long-term. The truth about channeling motivation (even for fit people!) How to avoid burning outin fitness. Why you should be open to doing things you aren’t good at. The importance of breaking outside of your comfort zone. How practicing gratitude can influence your success. The profound effects of positive affirmations. Why being stagnant is actually moving backwards. Items mentioned in this episode include: Takecontrolwithet.com⇐ Use promo code HEALTH for 10% off conference tickets! Onnit.com/Model⇐ Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! Thrivemarket.com/modelhealth⇐ 25% off your entire 1st order + free shipping! Weight Loss Breakthroughs and Accountability with Drew Manning – Episode 110 Winning the Weight Loss Race Together with Drew Manning – Episode 139 3 Simple Keys to Take Control of Your Health and Fitness – Episode 296 Battling Conflicting Diet Information & Nutritionism with Dr. Mark Hyman – Episode 270 LED Red Light Therapy by Joovv The Power of Vulnerability by Brene Brown  Fit2Fat2Fit by Drew Manning Fit2Fat2Fit Experience Podcast Apple Podcasts/ Stitcher/ Website Connect with Drew Manning Twitter/ Instagram * Download The Transcript Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click here to Subscribe via Spotify Click here to Subscribe via Soundcloud