Purposely Mimi

Balancing Passion and Career – You Can Have Both

Mimi sits down with Henry from YouTube's ItsHenrysChannel to discuss the challenges of balancing career and passion – you don’t have to choose one over the other, you can have them both! As a part-time content creator, juggling a full-time corporate career, Henry wears many hats but stays motivated by pursuing the things that give him purpose, join Mimi and Henry on this uplifting chat.

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Purposely Mimi Is Back!

The relaunch of Purposely Mimi is finally here, and there is so much to catch up on! Alongside show staple & sound engineer/partner Kam, Mimi discusses the inspiration behind restarting the podcast. On this episode, Mimi tackles work sabbaticals, current thoughts on purpose, and the tricky lessons along the way. Buckle up, Purposely Mimi is back and better than ever!

S2E7 Purposely Inked

Inspired by Mimi’s tattoo experience, this latest Purposely Mimi episode explores the meaning behind tattoos and our emotional attachment to them. Mimi is joined by her lively and fun tattoo artist friend Lyndsey, who’s infectious energy lights up their chat! Mimi and Lyndsey get into a thoughtful discussion on following creative passions and being open to what the universe throws you, all this inspired by finding purpose through tattoos!

S2E6 Confessions of a Wannabe Vegan

It’s all broccoli and avocados on this week’s episode of Purposely Mimi! Mimi takes on veganism and brings along her nutrition educated bestie Janice for the ride! Things get weird and dramatic as Mimi explains her surprising identity crisis as a vegan, confusingly beginning to identify with her new lifestyle. Lots of confessions from these two wannabe vegans, Mimi and Janice dish on their experiment!

S2E5 Losing Control

What happens when a self admittedly controlled and rigid personality type, throws caution to the wind and explores spontaneity? Mimi finds out as she sits down with her friend Ravi in this latest thoughtful and honest conversation. Ravi shares his efforts on facing the fear of losing control by trying a new outlook of meeting new people, embracing the unexpected, and generally having more fun!

S2E4 Table for One

In the hopes of further growth, Mimi challenges herself and gets uncomfortable with a solo dinner and movie experiment on the latest Purposely Mimi. The awkwardness of dining alone is explored, join Mimi as she shares her anxious filled lonely date in this week’s “Table for One”.

S2E3 Mimi and Henry Go to a Psychic

Mimi tackles the "unknown" of the paranormal world with a visit to a psychic! With her best friend Henry by her side, Mimi gets out of her comfort zone with this new psychic experiment. Henry also catches us up on his last year and the lessons he's learned tied to career and purpose. Palm readings, tarot cards and finding meaning, what more can you ask for?

S2E2 Sam Finds Florida

On the follow up interview to last year’s S1E2 "Finding Florida", Mimi sits down with her funny and thoughtful friend Sam to discuss the aftermath of putting your heart on the line. Have a listen to their heartfelt conversation of taking risks on love and how that gamble can shape your journey in life.

S2E1 Adventures in Beijing and Seoul

Get ready, it’s the season 2 premiere of Purposely Mimi! Mimi sits down with reoccurring guest Kamran to discuss how their recent Beijing and Seoul trip pushed them outside their comfort zones. How travel pushes us and the crazy scenarios that it can present, it’s all at the forefront of this conversation!

Season 2 Preview

Purposely Mimi is back with a new season and new theme! Have a listen as Mimi discusses some lessons she's learned so far, and how she got to season's 2 theme of "pushing yourself outside your comfort zone". First episode to air Tuesday December 11, 2018. 

S1E11 Money Moves

Its the season one finale of Purposely Mimi and the ante is raised, as Mimi discusses the purpose of money with her partner in crime Kam! Things get real on this episode, the ever burning question of "can money buy happiness" is answered once and for all, or at least attempted to be answered....

S1E10 Second Chances

Taking chances can be risky but sometimes there’s nothing better! Mimi chats with her fearless friend Irma who left a comfortable career in IT for a more uncertain path in the non-profit sector. This heart-warming episode explores the highs and lows that lead us to the paths that we ultimately walk.

S1E9 What Do You Do With A B.A. In English?

Mimi sits down with her "back end" Joyce to discuss the purpose of higher education and the impact that this can have on personal growth. Have a listen as these two English majors attempt to answer "What Do You Do With A B.A. In English?"...

S1E8 Deconstructing Social Media

The purpose of social media is dissected on this week’s episode as Mimi’s bestie and social media expert Jenn, discuss the current cultural obsession with this platform. Does social media connect or disconnect us? The positive and negative aspects are explored.

S1E7 Dear 2018,

Mimi disects her love-hate relationship with resolutions on her newest episode Dear 2018. Have a listen to the first episode of the year, as Mimi falls down the rabbit hole and tries to find the purpose of resolutions.

S1E6 Holiday Survival Guide

The holidays can be a super stressful and crazy time, basically fact! Kam is back! Mimi's love and sound engineer joins her this week to discuss the pressures of the holidays. They break down survival tips on how to navigate this tricky season, and yes there is some purpose... 

S1E5 Teaching 101

Class is in session, and following your passion is today’s lesson! Mimi sits down with her fun loving friend Janice to discuss her newfound passion of teaching. Pursuing your dreams, favourite teachers, and the rocky road to finding your passion are all explored.

S1E4 Purposely Travel

Travel is in the hot seat on this week’s episode of Purposely Mimi! Mimi and her travel expert bestie Jenn break down why they love to travel, its connection to purpose, and the beloved nut buster makes an appearance! 

S1E3 "Follow the Yellow Brick Road... Follow the Yellow Brick Road"

It's all kinds of inspiration and self discovery on this week's episode! Mimi sits down with her bestie Henry to discuss the steps that landed him on his career choice and how bumpy that road can be.

S1E2 Finding Florida

Lots of laughs and heartfelt revelations on this this week’s episode. Mimi sits down with her hilarious friend Sam to discuss why he left his job, and if he will find his purpose moving to sunny Florida or just sugar nana’s!

S1E1 Purposely Love

Love is in the air! Mimi sits down with her love Kamran, and discusses how purpose affects their relationship.

 

 

Preview

Mimi discusses her inspiration behind the podcast