03/24/2026
What does it really mean to be “goal-oriented” while also embracing the idea that everything already exists in the present moment?
In this clip from Episode 446 of Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan, Dr. Cortney McDermott explores this powerful paradox through a simple yet profound metaphor—a road trip to Joshua Tree.
When we set a destination, like driving from LA to Joshua Tree, we trust that the place exists. We prepare, we begin the journey, and along the way, unexpected delays, detours, or even moments of doubt may arise. Yet, the destination doesn’t disappear. The journey simply unfolds.
In the same way, our goals and visions serve as guiding points—not rigid endpoints we must control. The true experience lies in how we show up along the way: with trust, presence, gratitude, and openness to something even greater than we imagined.
Often, what we think we want—success, money, achievement—is actually a deeper desire for feelings like safety, freedom, and peace. And those feelings are available to us now, not just when we “arrive.”
✨ Hold the vision.
✨ Stay present in the journey.
✨ Trust the inner intelligence guiding you.
If this resonates with you, watch the full episode on Dr. Foojan’s YouTube channel.
