Talking Through My 20s

Discovering Your Purpose and Finding Joy When the Future Feels Uncertain

Rachel Linch Season 1 Episode 5

Have you ever felt unsure about what you want to do with your life? Are you about to graduate or go through a big life transition? Do you feel overwhelmed when you think about making big decisions? 

If so, this episode is definitely for you. And if not, it is still a great listen because it is filled with a lot of helpful life advice.

In this conversation, Rachel is talking with Dr. Ashley E. English. Dr. English is an assistant professor of strategic communication at Texas Christian University. She really cares about helping young adults navigate this season of life. Also, her educational background is in nonprofit management, and she is passionate about community engagement.

Some of the topics you'll hear in this conversation are:

  • How she ended up in a career she is passionate about
  • Advice for anyone who feels unsure about their future
  • How to discover your purpose in life
  • Tips for finding a mentor
  • Encouragement for anyone in a hard season

Whether you are about to graduate college or have been working in your career for years, Ashley gave great advice that is helpful for young adults in all different stages. You may want to grab a pen and paper while listening because Ashley's advice is highly encouraging and also very practical. Hope you enjoy the episode!

Thanks to Ashley Linch for designing the amazing podcast cover art. Check out her work on Instagram (@ashleyjlinch) or her website: https://ashleyjlinch.com/.

Thanks to DanoSongs for the music!