In this episode of the Wellbeing for Real Life podcast Dr Richard Pile and Dr Wendy Molefi talk about  the importance of having a sense of purpose and meaning in life, whether it's considering for themselves or their patients.  They discuss the evidence for purpose and faith being good for our health,  the concept of ikigai ("reason for being") and how we might introduce the concept into our conversations, personally or professionally.

 A video version of this episode is available  on YouTube.  

Richard is a GP specialising in Cardiology and Lifestyle Medicine, and author of "Fit For Purpose: your guide to health, wellbeing and living a meaningful life".  Wendy is a GP specialising in Mindfulness.   You can find out more about Richard here and Wendy here.

Fit For Purpose is available from Harper Inspire in paperback, e-book and audiobook format, with Richard reading the audio himself.  Find out more here.  This podcast has been produced the brilliant team at  Monkeynut Audiobooks.