What's my WHY?

In the grand mosaic of life, there are moments that etch themselves into the very fabric of our being. One such moment occurred in 2015, when fate led me to Mohit Mathur, Deputy General Manager of Cairn Oil and Gas, India, a survivor of last-stage cancer.

Our mission at Gallup was clear: to empower leaders like Mohit to recognize their strengths, to hone their unique talents, and to lead with confidence. The coaching session, a 1.5-hour odyssey, revolved around the CliftonStrengths assessment. We delved deep, uncovering Mohit's triumphs, challenges, and the strengths that define him.

But it was in the vulnerability of Mohit sharing his battle with cancer that the true essence of our session emerged. We ventured into the realm of well-being, crafting strategies for excelling at work while maintaining balance, managing stress, and nurturing healthy relationships. Together, we forged action plans, commitments to self that Mohit embraced wholeheartedly.

Yet, it was I who emerged from this exchange with a profound lesson in perseverance, illuminated by the fierce spirit of a cancer fighter who refused to be defined by his circumstance.

Fast forward to November 28 of 2017, I was sitting in the Singapore LinkedIn office working on closing a deal, a message arrived —a testament to transformation. Mohit shared how the seeds we sowed in that coaching session had blossomed into a life of fulfilment and purpose. He shared how his health improved, how he was leading his team more effectively, his new philosophies, his promotion and news of his newborn. He also extended an invitation for me to visit him and his family in India. He dubbed me his Guru, a title that humbles me to this day.

Mohit's journey became the catalyst for my own evolution. With intentionality as my guiding star, I embarked on a path to align my passions with my purpose. Two months later, Euphoric Coaching Pte Ltd was born, a testament to my commitment to guide individuals towards their own growth, development, and transformation. I called Mohit to tell him about my new venture the day Euphoric was incorporated and to express my gratitude, to which he replied,

Thank you Dahlia, best news! Today is my birthday. Congratulations!

Today, I stand dedicated to unlocking the latent potential within leaders like you.

This is my Ikigai—my reason for being.

"Let yourself be silently drawn by the strange pull of what you really love. It will not lead you astray." - Rumi

Listen closely to the whispers of your heart, for it holds the map to your true calling. Embrace intentionality, let purpose guide your steps, and watch as the universe conspires in your favor. The world is waiting for your unique brilliance to shine. Trust in yourself, trust in the path that beckons.

 What's your WHY?