Courage & Purpose
by The inner work for your next chapter.
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Ep 35: Be The Light — Thriving in Uncertainty
Ep 35: Be The Light — Thriving in Uncertainty
About this podcast
This isn't a podcast about doing more. It's about becoming someone new.
If you've hit every goal and still feel that quiet pull toward something you can't quite name — you're not lost, and you're not behind. You're in a season of reinvention.
Each week, host Diana Ordonez — Certified High Performance Coach, Board Certified Coach, and founder of Life on Purpose Coaching — sits down with people who've burned the ships and rebuilt their lives from the ground up. And in between, it's just Diana and you, doing the inner work that has to come before the plan.
Because the truth is, you already know what you want. What you need is the courage to become the person who has it.
State before strategy. Purpose over comfort. Courage over certainty.
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Episodes
The newest 20 of 37 episodes
- Ep 35: Be The Light — Thriving in Uncertainty · 42 minThis episode has been sitting in my drafts since February. I kept questioning if I wanted to share my political views, whether it was contributing enough, and whether it even…
- Welcome Back to Courage & Purpose Podcast - Season 2 · 4 minWe’re back. And things look a little different around here — on purpose. If you’ve been here before, thank you for staying. If you’re new, I’m so glad you found this. This short…
- Ep 34: High Performance Without Burnout — Purpose-Driven Leadership & Courage · 1 h 16 minWhat does real high performance look like—and how can tech leaders avoid burnout while building a legacy? In this energizing episode of Courage & Purpose, Diana sits down with…
- Ep 33: From Appraiser to Coach — Reinvention, Grief, and Growth · 1 h 8 minIn this heartfelt episode of Courage & Purpose, Diana sits down with Karen Howard—gemologist, educator, and founder of Jewelry Appraisers Coach—to talk about what it really means…
- Ep 32: Stories That Change The World, Journalism That Honors Humanity · 1 h 4 minIn this raw and moving episode of Courage & Purpose, Diana reconnects with Emmy-nominated producer, writer, and freelance journalist Nora Neus. Nora’s career has spanned war…
- Ep 31: Emotional Mastery, Nervous System Healing & Mindset Shifts · 1 h 12 minEp 31: Emotional Mastery, Nervous System Healing & Mindset Shifts Ever feel like you’re doing all the “right” things… but fulfillment still feels just out of reach? In this…
- Ep 30: Creating Joy, Connection & Meaningful Micro-Celebrations · 1 h 4 minAs a leader, you move fast, solve problems, and drive outcomes—but are you also creating the energy you want to lead with? In this episode of Courage & Purpose, I sit down with…
- Ep 29: Building with Purpose, Tech with Heart, and Real‑Time Encouragement for the Uphill Moments · 1 h 13 minWhat if your boldest idea wasn’t just a business—but a movement? In this episode of Courage & Purpose, I sit down with Emily Zaccardi, co‑founder of Hollarhype, to unpack how one…
- Ep 28: Releasing Perfectionism and Reclaiming Self-Worth · 1 h 16 minIn this heart-opening conversation, Diana is joined once again by transformational life coach and writer Carolina Sizemore to explore the inner work required to move beyond…
- Ep 27: Rebuilding Trust in Yourself After Loss, Fear, and Self-Abandonment · 1 h 6 minIn this powerful episode of Courage & Purpose, Diana is joined by Kim Luthy, Certified Financial Planner and Partner at Synthesis Wealth Planning, for a heartfelt conversation on…
- Ep 26: From Inside Joke to Business Breakthrough: Building a Trolley Venture · 52 minIn this hilarious, inspiring, and wildly unpredictable episode, Angela Robb returns to Courage & Purpose—this time joined by her former cofounder Nicole Stein—for a conversation…
- Ep 25: What’s Really Stopping You: How to Face Fear, Reclaim Your Power, and Pursue Impossible Goals · 1 h 3 minIn this empowering episode, Diana challenges us to confront the real reasons we delay our dreams—and it’s not because we “don’t have time.” With deep insight and personal…
- Ep 24: Beyond Productivity: Why Play Is the Secret to Lasting Energy and Success · 1 h 40 minIn this thought-provoking episode, I'm joined by Renee Bryant, founder of PlayRx, an organization dedicated to bringing the power of play back into adult lives. Together, we…
- Ep 23: Scaling Your Business Without Losing Yourself – Mastering Purpose, Profit, and Sustainability · 40 minIn this energizing episode, I’m joined by Jason Pooley, Certified High Performance Business and Lifestyle Coach, who brings a powerful perspective on how entrepreneurs can scale…
- Ep 22: Your Body Is Speaking—Are You Listening? Rethinking Stress, Energy & Movement · 1 h 31 minIn this energizing episode of Courage & Purpose, I’m joined once again by Marcy Luna—Certified High Performance Coach and Exercise Physiologist—for a conversation that will…
- Ep 21: Stress Less, Motivate More – How to Rewire Your Body for Resilience and Sustainable High Performance · 1 h 32 minWhat if stress wasn’t the enemy—but a signal?In this episode, we dive into the science of stress, the power of nervous system regulation, and why burnout is often a byproduct of…
- Ep 20: Values, Vision & Your True North – Reclaiming Purpose Through Inner Alignment · 1 h 34 minIn this heart-opening conversation, I’m joined by Certified Professional Coach Juliana Arango. From an unexpected Instagram synchronicity to a beautiful friendship rooted in…
- Ep 19: Leading with Love – How Compassion Can Drive Business Growth · 1 h 22 minIn this empowering episode of Courage & Purpose, I’m joined by Angela Robb, the dynamic CEO of Karma Spa Lounge and Beauty Bar. Angela shares her journey from cosmetology school…
- Ep 18: From Cybersecurity to Salsa – Finding Purpose in Unexpected Places · 1 h 40 minIn this inspiring episode, I’m joined by Miguel Baez, a cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of experience who's also known for his viral salsa memes in the global dance…
- Ep 17: Balancing a Career, Business, and Purpose · 1 h 30 minAre you considering launching a business while maintaining a thriving career? In this episode, I sit down with Pete Rosas, a business banker at Capital One and co-founder of…
