Purpose with a Small “p”: Redefining What It Means to Live with Purpose
As I sit here, surrounded by the breathtaking Swiss Alps, I notice something interesting. People going about their day - sweeping their doorsteps, chatting over coffee, adjusting their ski gear - all with an effortless sense of purpose.
It’s not grand. It’s not a world-changing mission statement. It’s small. Simple. Present.
And it got me thinking: Have we made "purpose" too big, too overwhelming, too impossible to find?
A year of mindfulness: what 365 days on the cushion taught me about life
Here’s a completely unrelated picture of my cat in a shopping bag, because apparently, that’s what LinkedIn’s algorithm loves. Now that I’ve gamed the system, let’s dive into the real stuff.
A year ago, I embarked on a journey to practice mindfulness every single day. Not for a badge, not for a streak, and definitely not to impress my ego. I started with one simple “why”: to explore how mindfulness could improve my emotional regulation and help me cultivate curiosity and a non-judgmental attitude towards myself, others, and the world. What began as a scientific enquiry turned into something far more transformative.
Where Solitude and Focus Meet, Good Things Are Born: How I Built My New Website
Launching my new website, dagmaraaldridge.com, is both an exciting and nerve-wracking milestone, but I am super happy to share with you all the fruits of my labor. This project was born out of a solo trip I took to Wales, so I could focus entirely on this daunting task. As someone who's never built a website before, it was a steep learning curve, but I’ve always believed that with focus and dedication, we can learn anything.
My Journey to ICF ACC Credential (spoiler alert - it was hard at times).
I'm beyond happy to share that on Monday, I have received confirmation of my ICF Associate Certified Coach credential and today I received my Credly badge for this achievement! This journey, which began back in January 2022, has been one of profound growth and relentless dedication. It also felt hard at times, juggling two jobs at one point, coaching education and coaching clients.
