Do you ever feel like work is draining your energy instead of fueling your purpose? You’re not alone. Many of us spend a significant portion of our lives working, yet we rarely stop to ask: Does this bring me joy?

Welcome to the first installment of The Aligned Path Book Club! In this series, I’ll be sharing books that have profoundly influenced me—books that offer valuable insights on finding and living your purpose.

For this first post, I’m excited to talk about a book that’s deeply personal: The Change Code: A Practical Guide to Making a Difference in a Polarized World.

In The Change Code: A Practical Guide to Making a Difference in a Polarized World (New Phase), author Monica Bourgeau suggests that the climate of fear, blame, and polarization we’re experiencing in 2020 are actually signals that we’re in the midst of a major shift in consciousness.

Friend, Futurist, and Founder of AADII, Steve McDonald was gracious enough to write the forward for my book, The Change Code. Based in Byron Bay, Australia, Steve is also the host of one of my favorite podcasts, Future Sense. 

Friend, author, and master storyteller Sarah Elkins wanted to learn more about the story behind The Change Code and how we can apply these concepts to reducing polarization in our communities. We discussed “wicked” problems and how to create solutions.

Have you ever felt stuck—like you're standing at a crossroads, questioning everything, and wondering, What’s next? Maybe life feels like it’s pressing the pause button, even though your heart is whispering (or maybe even shouting), It’s time for a change.

The new year is a time for renewal—a chance to reset, reimagine, and begin again. Maybe you’re setting new goals, embracing a fresh mindset, or simply letting go of what's no longer serving you. But here's the truth: every day is an opportunity for a new beginning.

To help you stay inspired, here are 30 of my favorite quotes to encourage you on your journey.

Do you ever feel like you were meant for something more? Like there's a deeper purpose calling you—but you’re not sure where to begin?

Here’s the truth: the world needs your unique gifts.

By aligning with your authentic self and passions, you can create positive change, starting today.

There is no one else exactly like you in the universe. Your perspective and way of expressing yourself are entirely unique. This gives you the rare and priceless opportunity to offer a gift to the world that no one else can.