465 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
Focus on WHY
After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episode, focusing on specific topics, unravelling different threads and diving deeper into the moments which sparked my curiosity. In this episode, I explore themes such as legacy, transformation, gratitude, meaningful success, work-life balance, adversity, authentic living, motivation, fulfilment, sharing my Reflections with Actions drawn from these five recent podcast conversations: 460 Purpose Over Pace with Holly Rowlinson 461 Human Flourishing in All Seasons of Life with Christian Ray Flores 462 Journey and Adventure...
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464 Purposeful Consolidation with Elliot Kay
Focus on WHY
What if chasing more was keeping you from what truly matters? Elliot Kay shares his powerful journey of stepping back from multiple ventures to realign with purpose. With unfiltered honesty, he explores how choosing consolidation over constant hustle brought clarity, joy and deeper presence in both life and work. Elliot redefines success not by income, but by impact, connection and legacy. From being more present as a father to transforming the speaking industry, his story offers inspiration for anyone at a crossroads. Perhaps it’s your turn to embrace a purposeful consolidation. ...
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463 In Pursuit of Better with Pete Cooper
Focus on WHY
What does it truly mean to be a better human? How can you pursue better without falling into the perfectionism trap? Business Book Awards 2025 Finalist, Pete Cooper, challenges the myth of perfection and advocates for the ongoing pursuit of better. Discover his three strands of fulfilment, align your behaviours with your core values and explore the importance of diversity, intention and authentic leadership. Whether you’re seeking clarity in your life’s direction or aiming to make a genuine difference in your career, Pete shares powerful, practical strategies to help you grow with...
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462 Journey and Adventure Within with Harriet Bratt
Focus on WHY
International speaker and trainer Harriet Bratt reveals her inspiring evolution from being silenced by self-doubt to creating real impact through confidence and clarity. She discusses the value of genuine self-expression, ongoing personal development and staying focused amidst everyday distractions. Harriet also shares insights into her healing journey, transformative routines and deep commitment to helping others find their voice and live intentionally. Whether you’re facing inner struggles or simply craving greater purpose, Harriet’s story invites you to explore your own Journey and...
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461 Human Flourishing in all Seasons of Life with Christian Ray Flores
Focus on WHY
Christian Ray Flores shares his remarkable journey from refugee to international pop star to purpose-driven high-performance coach. In this inspiring conversation, he explores the themes of resilience, antifragility and legacy. Offering powerful insights into personal growth and transformation, Christian Ray unpacks the importance of self-awareness, the fuel of pure motivation and love as a catalyst for lasting change. Through compelling stories and practical strategies, he shows how to reframe adversity into opportunity and highlights the profound impact of serving others on the path to true...
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460 Purpose Over Pace with Holly Rowlinson
Focus on WHY
After collapsing from heatstroke during the 2024 Brighton Marathon, Holly Rowlinson faced heartbreak and the loss of a long-held goal. With reflection and the support of St John Ambulance, Holly turned her setback into a purpose. A year later, she ran the 2025 London Marathon, raising over £2,000 for the charity who helped her back to her feet. Holly’s story is a testament to community, gratitude and the strength created from having a meaningful why. With this clarity and determination, Holly focused beyond the finish line. Reframing failure, she chose not to run for time but for something...
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459 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
Focus on WHY
Celebrating five years of the Focus on WHY podcast - 30.4.2020 - 30.4.2025! After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episode, focusing on specific topics, unravelling different threads and diving deeper into the moments which sparked my curiosity. In this episode, I explore themes such as The Business Book Awards 2025, promises, core values, compassion, resilience, authenticity, intuition, courage, mental health stigma, meaningful success and marathon finishers, sharing my Reflections with Actions drawn from these five recent podcast conversations: 454 Breathing...
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458 Feel the Meaning with Dave Pounds
Focus on WHY
How do you transform deep trauma into purpose and meaning? Dave Pounds, founder of Be Remarkable, shares his powerful journey from personal tragedy and PTSD to creating a life and coaching program rooted in resilience and fulfilment. Dave discusses the impact of finding purpose, moving through addiction and the lessons learned from decades of searching for healing. With raw honesty, inspiration and actionable insights Dave reveals why it’s essential to feel the meaning. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘If you layer your skills and your passions, you can deliver a purpose that makes a difference to...
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457 Walk Alongside People with Rhona Morrison
Focus on WHY
Have you ever wondered how your life experiences could become powerful stories of change and inspiration? Rhona Morrison shares her extraordinary journey from forensic psychiatry to cruise ship lecturing. A passionate advocate for mental health, Rhona draws on decades of professional experience and personal loss to challenge stigma and promote understanding. Her work with mentally ill offenders, alongside caring for her sister and grieving her husband, has shaped a mission rooted in compassion. Through her books, public speaking and evocative art, she invites us to rethink how we view mental...
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456 Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You with Lucy Henshall
Focus on WHY
What if the life you’ve planned is only the beginning of who you’re truly meant to become? In this powerful episode, Lucy Henshall shares how a health crisis steered her from a conventional career as a GP onto a path of purpose, freedom and self-discovery. Guided by intuition and courage, Lucy now empowers others to embrace change and live authentically. From cycling across Cuba to mentoring fellow doctors, her story is a call to trust the unknown, embrace vulnerability as a strength and what it means to Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You....
info_outlineHow do you transform deep trauma into purpose and meaning? Dave Pounds, founder of Be Remarkable, shares his powerful journey from personal tragedy and PTSD to creating a life and coaching program rooted in resilience and fulfilment. Dave discusses the impact of finding purpose, moving through addiction and the lessons learned from decades of searching for healing. With raw honesty, inspiration and actionable insights Dave reveals why it’s essential to feel the meaning.
KEY TAKEAWAY
‘If you layer your skills and your passions, you can deliver a purpose that makes a difference to somebody else. The sense of meaning you get back from delivering that purpose, once you've got that, in my view, I think you've cracked one of life's biggest challenges and it all begins to make sense.’
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS*
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk - https://amzn.eu/d/bbs8emQ
The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy - https://amzn.eu/d/4Zktl71
Belonging by Owen Eastwood - https://amzn.eu/d/1oUbcq0
ABOUT DAVE
At 12, Dave’s world was shattered when he witnessed the murder of his mum. Left to ‘carry on as normal,’ he battled PTSD, fear, and at its worst, alcohol abuse and rehab. Yet, through self-leadership, he built resilience and found meaning by living out his purpose—helping others do the same. Now, through A Design for Life, his self-leadership coaching program, Dave guides individuals and teams to discover their values, define their purpose, and build the tools to thrive. His message is clear: purpose isn’t found—it’s chosen, and it has the power to transform everything.
CONNECT WITH DAVE
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-pounds-ab253532/
ABOUT AMY
Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life.
WORK WITH AMY
If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call
BOOK RECOMMENDATION*
SHORTLISTED FOR THE BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS
Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu
FINALIST IN 2025 BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS
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HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson
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