Sandra Wigg: Finding PURPOSE Beyond External VALIDATION

11/13/24 • 94 min

The Calgary Sessions with Jeff Humphreys

Why do we often push ourselves to fit into black-and-white thinking, even when life is full of grey areas?

Sandra Wigg is an author, coach, and lifelong learner who believes in the power of ‘grey thinking’—seeing beyond absolutes and letting go of the pressure to always have things figured out. Her journey from a science-driven career in geology to coaching and writing is shaped by years of learning to trust herself, especially when facing life’s toughest challenges.

In our chat, Sandra and I dig into topics like the role of external validation and how it holds us back, why high achievers often burn out, and what it really means to build confidence from within. We talk about the lessons Sandra took from her work with high-performance athletes and how she uses them now to help others find purpose, peace, and perspective. This episode explores how shifting from ‘right or wrong’ to a more balanced view can open up possibilities in our lives.

How To Connect:

Jeff Humphreys - www.jeffhumphreys.ca

Sandra Wigg - www.sandrawigg.com

Podcast Location - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.modelmilk.ca

Podcast Production - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.shortlinecreative.com

Why do we often push ourselves to fit into black-and-white thinking, even when life is full of grey areas?

How To Connect:

Jeff Humphreys - www.jeffhumphreys.ca

Sandra Wigg - www.sandrawigg.com

Podcast Location - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.modelmilk.ca

Podcast Production - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.shortlinecreative.com

Previous Episode

Christine Dagenais: Redefining Leadership with AUTHENTICITY and CURIOSITY

What does it mean to lead by being real and staying curious?

Christine Dagenais is the founder and CEO of Bright Wire Leadership. In this episode, we talk about how she went from a corporate career to building her own business, all while keeping people and purpose at the center. Christine shares how early family influences and her love of travel shaped her approach to leadership, bringing together values like authenticity and adventure.

We chat about what makes strong leadership today—things like building trust, listening well, and showing up as your true self. Christine’s perspective sheds light on the power of ‘soft skills’ that aren’t so soft when it comes to real impact. We explore how personal values drive her work and why staying grounded in who you are is key to leading well.

This conversation offers a look at leadership that feels relatable and real, especially for anyone interested in bringing more meaning into their work.

How To Connect:

Jeff Humphreys -www.jeffhumphreys.ca

Christine Dagenais - www.christinedagenais.com

Podcast Location - www.modelmilk.ca

Podcast Production - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.shortlinecreative.com

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Ian Auld: Finding Purpose in Medicine Through a Life of Sports

How does a lifelong love for sports lead to a meaningful career in medicine?

Ian Auld is a sports medicine physician, founder of Group 23 Sports Medicine, and Medical Director for the Calgary Flames. Growing up in a family that valued sports and discipline, Ian’s path evolved from playing sports to building a practice where he could combine his passion for sports with a purpose-driven approach to medicine.

In this chat, Ian shares what it means to build confidence from within, how family values shaped his career, and the importance of mental strength for high-performing athletes. He also talks about raising his own kids with lessons on hard work, self-discipline, and finding balance in a world that often demands extremes.

This episode shows how purpose isn’t something you find by chance—it’s something you build through the choices you make.

How To Connect:

Jeff Humphreys - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jeffhumphreys.ca

Ian Auld - www.group23.ca/specialists

Podcast Location - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.modelmilk.ca

Podcast Production - www.shortlinecreative.com