Guided On-Demand Masterclass
Cultivating
Purpose
in Changing Times
Join Kari Cardinale for 3 guided video sessions to help you make sense of who you are, release the chapters you're done with, and design a future you’re excited about.
When the future feels unclear, let purpose be your compass.
We’re living in a time of accelerated transformation and uncertainty. The ground beneath us – culturally, economically, even spiritually – is shifting.
And for many of us, so is the ground within.
Careers that once defined you are ending or evolving. Roles you’ve carried for decades – parent, provider, partner – are being rewritten. The future feels open, but not always clear.
In moments like these, it’s natural to ask:
Where do I go from here? And what truly matters now?
These are questions of purpose.
This is the kind of purpose that outlasts job titles and life goals. It's the grounded, repeatable practice of deciding how to move forward with integrity.
This is about becoming more aligned with who you really are and what the world might need from you now.
That’s where this on-demand masterclass begins.
Introducing
Cultivating Purpose
in Changing Times
On-Demand Masterclass
This three‑part, on‑demand masterclass blends grounded reflection with practical tools to help you reconnect with what matters most now – and begin to shape what comes next with clarity, courage, and intention, drawn from MEA’s research-grounded frameworks, used with over 8,000 people in 60+ countries around the world.
You’ll be guided through three recorded sessions that build on each other, moving at whatever pace fits your life right now:
Part 1
Rethinking and Reclaiming Purpose
Session 1: The You That's Emerging
Approximately 1.5 hours
Explore how your identity is evolving beyond the roles you’ve played or the goals you’ve pursued. Uncover the “success scripts” you’ve inherited — and decide which ones you’re ready to release.
Session 2: From Success to Significance
Approximately 1.5 hours
Shift your focus from doing to becoming so you can see where meaning actually lives now – in relationships, creative work, service, and in your inner life. Discover how purpose evolves through seasons, and how to listen for what’s next.
Part 2
Designing What Comes Next
Session 3: Your Personal Roadmap for Flourishing
Approximately 1.5 hours
Turn reflection into forward motion. You’ll be guided through MEA’s Flourishing in Midlife four pillar framework – Meaning, Belonging, Contribution, and Vitality – then craft your own Purpose Roadmap and name a small, inspired next step.
By the end of these three sessions, you’ll:
If you’ve been craving clarity, renewal, and a sense of direction, this is where we begin.
This masterclass
is for you if...
You’ve achieved success by most measures, but feel like something deeper is calling
You’re asking big questions about meaning, identity, and what’s next
You feel unmoored from old roles and rhythms, and want to find your new center
You crave a sense of direction that feels authentic, soul-aligned, and energizing
You’re done with living on autopilot and ready to move forward with intention
You want tools, practices, and community to help you navigate change with clarity and heart
Brought to you by MEA, the World’s First Midlife Wisdom School
MEA (Modern Elder Academy) is on a mission to reframe aging and help people thrive in midlife and beyond. Our science‑backed workshops and programs give you tools, practices, and support to navigate midlife challenges and find more joy, meaning, and fulfillment in the second half of life.
Founded in 2017 by entrepreneur, author, and world-renowned hospitality leader Chip Conley, MEA’s methodology was developed with academics from Stanford, Harvard, UC Berkeley, and Yale who have dedicated themselves to understanding modern midlife.
Together, we’ve developed and refined experiential tools that combine the social science of longevity with the art of intentional living, so people in midlife can curate a second half of life that feels as joyful, exciting, and meaningful as it is long.
Meet your facilitator
Kari Cardinale
MEA Chief Content Officer and Partner
Kari Cardinale brings nearly three decades of experience as a facilitator and social entrepreneur to her role at MEA. She has a rare gift for creating meaningful connection both in person and online, and for turning big ideas about midlife and longevity into conversations that land in real life.
Her work in the longevity space has led her to collaborate with hundreds of thought leaders worldwide, produce global summits on aging innovation and caregiving, and develop MEA’s online programs that have served thousands of people around the globe.
A former Huffington Post contributor and featured guest on Dateline NBC and PBS’ This Emotional Life, Kari also contributed to the #1 Amazon bestselling anthology Embracing Your Authentic Self. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning, she embodies MEA’s core belief that wisdom grows through experience, reflection, and genuine connection with others.
What people say about
MEA’s virtual programs…
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Upkar Arora, CEO Rally
MEA was the most radically transformative journey I’ve ever embarked on.
Irene Edwards
Highly recommended to anyone interested in exploring the roles they play in the world.
Tina Seelig, Professor, Stanford University
My MEA experience was life-changing. It wove a sense of peace into my life that still remains.
Ken Page, psychotherapist
MEA is a beacon for the soul, seeking renewal and inspiration for the next phase of life.
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I became part of a community focused on mindful aging and embracing the beauty of liminality.
Wanda Whitaker, visionary artist
On-Demand Video
Watch at your own pace
Led by Kari Cardinale
& the MEA Team
Ready to realign with what truly matters?
In a world that can feel increasingly uncertain, reconnecting with your purpose isn’t a luxury – it’s how you decide what deserves your time and energy now.
Step into Cultivating Purpose in Changing Times, an on‑demand masterclass that helps you rediscover a sense of direction rooted in meaning, integrity, and who you’re becoming next.
Start Your
Purpose Work
Three‑Session On-Demand Masterclass
Expert‑led video sessions that take you from “What now?” to a simple, honest roadmap
for what matters next in this season of your life.
$97
Frequently asked
questions
Not at all. This masterclass is for anyone craving deeper meaning, clarity, or alignment — regardless of whether you're in a major transition. You might feel a quiet restlessness, a desire to reevaluate, or a pull toward something more purposeful. Wherever you are in your journey, this experience is designed to meet you there.
Perfect. You’re in the right place. This masterclass isn’t about having a neatly packaged answer — it’s about creating the space, asking the right questions, and using practical tools to help you uncover what matters most to you now. Purpose isn’t a fixed mission — it’s something that evolves as you do.
Each session is approximately 90 minutes, for a total of 4.5 hours. Watch them all in one weekend, or fit in sessions when it fits your schedule.
No — this is not therapy or clinical support. It’s a reflective learning experience that blends personal insight, practical tools, and facilitated group conversation. Many participants find it highly beneficial, but it’s not a replacement for professional mental health care.
People who live with purpose don’t wait for clarity – they cultivate it.
If you’re ready to stop circling the question “what now?” and start doing the work of answering it, this on-demand masterclass is your next step toward more aligned, intentional living.