Why Did You Start Doing 'The Work': Love, Loss & Purpose

What makes us finally decide to change our lives? And what happens when the reason we started is no longer the reason we continue?

In this deeply personal episode of Glo & Behold, Gloriane and Bradley share the unexpected experiences that led them into the world of personal growth, self-discovery, and what they affectionately call "The Work."

For Gloriane, it began with a growing sense that there had to be more to life. An unexpected tarot reading in Scottsdale opened the door to the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts and a journey of discovering who she wanted to become.

For Bradley, it began with falling deeply in love—and the equally deep heartbreak that followed. He opens up about grief, depression, and the desperate pursuit of self-improvement that eventually gave way to something more meaningful: learning to grow for himself rather than for someone else.

Along the way, we explore the differences between passion, purpose, and devotion; how a conversation over a baked potato can spark profound reflection; and the wonderfully unlikely circumstances that brought us together at Lightning in a Bottle in 2018.

We also ask some bigger questions: Does personal growth always have to be painful? Can change come through joy, love, and community? And what if the periods when we're not actively working on ourselves are just as important as the breakthroughs?

Through honest stories, unexpected tangents, plenty of laughter, and a little guided breathwork, we explore how our relationship with personal growth has changed—and why learning to enjoy life along the way might be part of the work itself.

Because becoming who you want to be isn't always about doing more. Sometimes it's about trusting that change is possible and giving yourself permission to enjoy where you are.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome to Glo & Behold

00:45 Opening Breath & Body Awareness

09:20 What Does "Doing the Work" Actually Mean?

29:39 Gloriane's Journey: A Tarot Reading That Changed Her Direction

38:30 Bradley's Journey: First Love, Heartbreak & Self-Discovery

56:00 How We Met at Lightning in a Bottle 2018

1:07:45 How Our Relationship With Personal Growth Has Evolved

1:20:57 Closing Breath & Gratitude

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Content note: This episode includes personal discussion of grief, depression, and alcohol use.