Discovering Your Life Purpose: A Journey with The VoiceMaster

Pocholo De Leon Gonzales, Episode 1 of The Pochology

Have you ever woken up and asked yourself, "Why do I do this every day?" If you have, you're not alone. The legendary Filipino motivational speaker, voice artist, and trainer, Pocholo De Leon Gonzales, also known as "The VoiceMaster," tackles this question in an inspiring discussion about discovering one's life purpose.

Beyond the Daily Grind

Many people wake up, get dressed, and head out for work just to earn money. But the real question is: Are you happy with what you're doing? Money is necessary, of course, but when it becomes the sole motivation for our actions, we risk losing sight of what truly makes us happy. Pocholo emphasizes that true fulfillment comes not from wealth alone but from finding and pursuing one's purpose.

What Is Purpose, Really?

Purpose is often seen as an abstract and overwhelming concept, but Pocholo breaks it down into something simple yet profound. He shares his own journey of self-discovery—how as a young boy growing up in the province, he found joy in mimicking voices from his favorite radio drama, Gabi ng Lagim. That childhood hobby led him to join a radio drama contest at DZMM, where he emerged victorious among 10,000 participants. This moment ignited his passion for voice artistry, which later became his lifelong career and mission.

Fast forward to today, Pocholo is a sought-after public speaker, trainer, and voice coach. He has traveled the Philippines, inspiring thousands through his words. His success story is proof that when passion meets talent and purpose, incredible things happen.

The 5 Questions to Discover Your Purpose

If you're wondering how to find your own purpose, Pocholo provides a simple yet effective formula—five questions that can unlock your life's mission in just two minutes:

1. Who are you? – Simply state your name.

2. What do you do? – Identify the action you love doing (teaching, writing, speaking, cooking, etc.).

3. Who do you do it for? – Think about the people who benefit from your skills and passion.

4. What do they need? – What problems do these people have that you can help solve?

5. How does their life change because of you? – Recognize the impact of your work on others.

By answering these questions, you gain clarity on what truly drives you and how you can contribute to the world meaningfully.

Live with Purpose, Live with Impact

Pocholo reminds us that when we find our purpose, we unlock boundless energy and enthusiasm for life. He believes that "leaving your purpose is where your best talent meets your greatest passion." His personal mantra is a testament to this: "With pureness in my heart, I will use my skills and talents to make other people better and happy with greatness and excellence."

If you’re still searching for your purpose, don’t worry—it’s never too late. Keep exploring, keep learning, and most importantly, start asking the right questions. Your purpose is waiting for you to discover it.

Remember, inspiration and motivation have an expiration date—so use them before they fade. Go out there and do great, be great!