Today’s conversation is inspired by the book Identifying Your Purpose, written by Mirriam K Musonda-Salati. This episode unpacks what purpose really means, why so many people feel lost even while doing “all the right things,” and how purpose is often discovered through seasons of growth, pain, obedience, and alignment.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What purpose truly is — and what it is not
• Why passion alone is not enough to sustain purpose
• How identity, discipline, and faith shape direction
• The difference between chasing success and living with meaning
• How to stay committed when purpose feels unclear

This episode is for anyone who has been asking, “Why am I here?” or “Is there more to my life than this?” It’s a reminder that purpose isn’t just something you find — it’s something you grow into, step by step.

⏱️ Duration: 15–20 minutes

Why do we plan so well… yet struggle to follow through?

In this episode of Purposefully Living with Mirriam K Musonda-Salati, we unpack The Action Paradox—the hidden reason so many people stay stuck in “preparation mode” while their goals remain unfinished.

Drawing on powerful insights from neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and scripture (NIV), we explore why planning feels satisfying. Still, action feels difficult—and how our brains are literally wired to chase the pleasure of possibility rather than the discomfort of execution.

In this conversation, we dive into:

• Why 92% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February
• How planning triggers dopamine, even before results happen
• Why writing goals can feel like success without real progress
• The difference between being an information consumer vs. an action taker
• How identity-based habits transform consistency and discipline
• Why motivation often follows action, not the other way around
• The biblical reminder to be doers, not just hearers (James 1:22 NIV)

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by their own goals, trapped in overthinking, or discouraged by repeated restarts. If you’re ready to stop planning your life and start living it—this one is for you.

What if the most important part of your success journey is the part no one sees?

In this episode of Purposefully Living with Mirriam K Musonda-Salati, we explore the often-overlooked preparation seasons — the quiet, invisible periods where growth happens beneath the surface.

While the world celebrates overnight success and public wins, this conversation challenges that narrative and reveals why true success is built in seasons of patience, discipline, and unseen effort. Drawing from psychological research, real-world examples, and reflective insight, we unpack why preparation is not a delay, but a necessary foundation for lasting impact.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why success is rarely instant, even when it appears that way
• How preparation seasons build skill, character, and resilience
• The danger of rushing into visibility without a strong foundation
• Why many people quit right before their breakthrough
• How to reframe waiting as active development rather than failure

This episode is for anyone who feels overlooked, discouraged, or frustrated by slow progress. If you’re in a season where your work feels invisible, this conversation will help you see your journey differently — and recognise the power being formed in the shadows.The Hidden Power of Preparation Seasons in Success