How to find your Purpose: The Power of knowing Your 'WHY'
Richa Chadha
2 min read
In a world that moves fast and demands even faster responses, it’s easy to lose sight of why we do what we do. We chase goals, juggle roles, and navigate transitions—but often, without a clear sense of purpose guiding us forward.
That’s where knowing your WHY becomes your anchor.
Not just in work, but in life.
What is your WHY?
Your WHY is your internal compass.
It’s not your job title, your résumé, or your LinkedIn headline.
It’s the deep, often quiet reason you get up in the morning. It’s the impact you want to make. It’s the legacy you hope to leave behind.
When you know your WHY, decisions become easier. Boundaries become clearer. And your energy becomes more focused.
Instead of reacting to life, you begin to respond—on purpose.
Why your WHY matters?
1. It brings clarity in chaos.
When life feels messy or overwhelming, your WHY reminds you of what truly matters. It becomes your filter for what to say yes to—and what to lovingly let go.
2. It fuels resilience.
Challenges are inevitable. But when your actions are connected to something meaningful, you’re more likely to persevere with grit and grace.
3. It connects head to heart.
Your WHY bridges logic and emotion. It aligns your goals with your values, creating a powerful synergy between what you do and who you are.
4. It elevates leadership.
Great leaders lead from within. When you operate from your WHY, your presence becomes magnetic—and your decisions more impactful.
So… How do you find it?
Contrary to what some might think, your WHY isn’t found in one grand moment of revelation. It often shows up through reflection, curiosity, and conversation.
Ask yourself:
When do I feel most alive?
What kind of impact do I want to have on the people around me?
What pain have I turned into purpose?
What would I do even if no one paid me?
These are not easy questions—but they are essential ones.
As a certified WHY Discovery Coach, I’ve walked this path with leaders, creatives, changemakers, and seekers alike. I've seen firsthand how powerful it is to put words to your WHY—and how everything begins to shift when you do.
If you’ve been sensing that it’s time to realign, to go deeper, to reconnect with your purpose…
I invite you to take the next step.
Let’s uncover your WHY together.
Book a strategy call with me to take the first step towards your WHY Discovery and experience the clarity, confidence, and calm that comes when you finally name what’s been guiding you all along.
Your life deserves to be led from the inside out.
With purpose and possibility,
Richa