In this first episode of The Adjusting Your Life Podcast, Dr. Stephen M. Ward, DC talks about why having a sense of purpose matters more than most people realize. Purpose isn’t just a big idea or a long-term goal—it’s what guides your decisions, shapes your habits, and influences how you respond to everyday stress. Without it, life can start to feel reactive or directionless.

The conversation explores how purpose often develops early in life and how family dynamics and generational patterns influence the way we see ourselves. Dr. Steve discusses how parents, often without realizing it, pass along beliefs about self-worth and identity. One of the key themes in this episode is that self-love isn’t something taught through words alone—it’s modeled through behavior. When parents struggle to value themselves, that message can quietly carry forward.

Dr. Steve also shares practical ways to start identifying your own “why,” especially for listeners who feel disconnected from a sense of direction. Rather than focusing on surface-level goals, he encourages looking at personal experiences, recurring patterns, and meaningful moments that reveal what truly matters. A clear sense of purpose, he explains, becomes an anchor during times of stress, change, and uncertainty.

1. Purpose influences daily choices, not just long-term goals
2. Knowing your “why” helps you stay grounded during change
3. Family and generational patterns shape self-worth and direction
4. Self-love is learned through example, not just affirmation
5. Small wins build momentum and clarity over time

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Welcome to the Adjusting Your Life Podcast, the weekly podcast where real habits meet real healing. Hosted by Dr. Stephen Ward, DC and Kennedi Hall, each episode unlocks practical insights drawn from nearly 40 years of clinical experience—helping you understand how your daily behaviors, stress patterns, and routines shape your long-term health.

Whether you’re looking to improve your energy, rethink your mindset, or build a healthier relationship with your body, this is your space to learn, reflect, and adjust from the inside out.

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