02 | Brian Gerard Bachand – Love, Light, and the Real Reason You Must Evolve

Have you ever felt a quiet nudge telling you it’s time for change, but struggled to trust yourself enough to act?

In this raw, revealing episode, Charles Achampong sits down with evolution expert and former Catholic priest Brian Gerard Bachand, diving deep into proven and surprising ways to listen to your intuition, navigate the “messy middle” of any pivot, and discover what really brings joy. You’ll hear vulnerable stories of reinvention, why “doing the work” truly matters, and practical frameworks to honor both logic and heart in big life shifts.

Ready to break from performance-driven routines and reclaim intentional living? Don’t let another week drift by. You need this exclusive perspective now to avoid burnout, doubt, and missed purpose. Tune in for paradigm-shifting insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

Timestamped Highlights

[00:00] – Brian’s unconventional introduction: “Life of Brian” and the calling to bring light

[03:25] – Why you don’t have to be miserable to change—watch for the quiet signs

[07:01] – The precise moment intuition strikes and how logic wrestles in afterward

[09:11] – One year of wrestling with fear before making the biggest pivot

[12:22] – The dangers of oversharing and why your courage should be intentional

[19:09] – The “disappearance” nobody warns you about after leaving the priesthood

[28:23] – Major life events that could halt your change and why you shouldn’t wait

[34:16] – Striking questions to unlock your true desires and spark new direction

[40:42] – Brian’s next bold chapter: The book, the pause, and lessons for all seekers

Resources Mentioned

1. Lee Harris – Energy Speaks (book)
2. American Cancer Society
3. Capacity Canada

About the Guest

Brian Gerard Bachand is the Founder and CEO of evolution evolution, a leadership coaching and evolution consultancy for top achievers and seekers of purpose. Formerly a Catholic priest and chief of staff to a cardinal, he’s become an international leadership advisor known for his unique blend of intuition, spirituality, and strategic insight. Brian’s mission is to help high-performers trust their gut, honor their heart, and design lives that light them up from within.

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When We Pause is an original production hosted by Charles Achampong. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand.