Have you ever paused in the middle of your day and asked yourself, Why am I really doing all of this? We often get so busy chasing goals, checking boxes, and living up to expectations that we forget to step back and look at what’s truly driving us.

In this episode we’re having an honest conversation about finding and redefining...your “why.” Your why isn’t just a motivational phrase or a vision board exercise. It’s the deeper reason you show up every day. And here’s the thing: your why doesn’t stay the same forever. It grows and evolves as you do.

Together, we’ll explore why it’s so easy to lose sight of your purpose, how to notice when you’re on autopilot, and practical steps to help you reconnect with what matters most. You’ll also hear how shifting your perspective can make even the hardest days feel more meaningful.

Whether you’re navigating a career change, working through a personal challenge, or simply craving more direction, this episode will give you space to pause and reflect. Because when you get clear on your why, everything else — your goals, your choices, even your energy — starts to line up.

So take this as your reminder: it’s never too late to check in with yourself and rediscover what really drives you.

At 20, I thought life was about proving myself and earning approval. I shape-shifted depending on who was in the room, always worried that if I slipped, people would see the “real” me. What I didn’t realize was that all that performing wasn’t protecting me..it was erasing me.

The turning point came when I finally stopped pretending and started showing up as myself. That’s when I discovered something powerful: authenticity is magnetic. People aren’t drawn to perfection; they’re drawn to truth, vulnerability, and courage.

In this episode, I share:

• The mistake I made at 20 that held me back.

• Why “auditioning” for approval never works.

• The moment I realized honesty connects more than performance ever could.

• Practical tips for catching yourself in performance mode, practicing small honesty, and finding the people who value the real you.

This isn’t just advice for your twenties. Whether you’re 20, 30, or 40+, the same lesson applies: you don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to be perfect. You need to be present, courageous, and unapologetically yourself.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re faking it, chasing approval, or shrinking to fit in, this episode is for you. Tune in, reflect, and ask yourself: what would change if I stopped performing and started showing up as me, right now?

We’re told life should be a straight road—one clear direction, no detours. But real life? It turns out our life path is more like circles, spirals, and occasional scribbles. That’s not failure—it’s growth, personal transformation, and authentic self-discovery.

In this episode of Real Talk, I get vulnerable about how our journeys rarely follow a neat, linear path. I share raw, personal moments when I thought I had “arrived,” only to find myself back at a crossroads. Those loops weren’t setbacks—they were deeper layers of wisdom and healing.

You’ll hear:

• Why chasing a straight path can leave you stuck chasing someone else’s version of success

• How to recognize when life is circling you back for closure or healing

• The surprising freedom of living spherically—moving in all directions at once

• Real stories about leaving stability, revisiting relationships, and finding meaning through repeat patterns

If you’ve ever felt behind, lost, or uncertain about your next step, this episode reframes those feelings as invitations to rediscover yourself. It’s a raw, honest invitation to reframe setbacks, embrace life transitions, and trust that your unique journey is unfolding exactly as it should.

Reflective Questions to Journal On:

1. Where do I feel behind—and what if I’m actually right on time?

2. What life patterns keep resurfacing, and what might they be teaching me?

3. If I let go of the straight path, what possibility would I explore next?

Ready to go deeper? Drop a comment sharing your biggest takeaway. Subscribe so you never miss a Real Talk with Dr. Asha Prasad moment, and share this episode with anyone who needs a reminder: they’re exactly where they belong—even if it’s not on a straight line.