The Path of Purpose

Build a Life That Feels True-Not Just Impressive.
What does it really mean to succeed? For years, we've been told success is a checklist of titles and achievements. But what if the real path to a fulfilling life is simpler-and deeper?
Skills + Values = True Success
In this heartfelt and practical guide, a blacksmith's son invites you on a journey to build a life grounded in purpose, integrity, and lifelong growth.
From a humble forge in the Philippines to design studios in Europe and boardrooms in Asia, author Buddy Mercado Abadines weaves together hard-won lessons and cross-cultural insights to create a universal framework for intentional living. This isn't just another book about success; it's a guide to building a life that feels right from the inside out.
Inside, you'll discover:
🔑 Master Your Finances with Character: Go beyond budgets and spreadsheets. Learn to manage money with meaning, align your spending with your values, and build lasting financial resilience rooted in integrity, not just numbers.
🌱 Forge an Unshakable Moral Compass: Values aren't inherited-they're forged. This book gives you the tools to define your non-negotiables and build a personal code of conduct that guides you with clarity and courage when the pressure is on.
🎓 Navigate Your Career with a Proven Framework: Stop chasing prestige and start building a future that aligns with your gifts. Use powerful tools like the Values-Based Decision Matrix and the Skill + Value Map to make braver, better choices at any stage of your journey.
🛠️ Learn from Real-World Crossroads: Walk through the defining moments where theory ends and life begins. These stories of integrity under pressure, difficult pivots, and quiet courage will equip you to handle your own challenges with grace and resilience.
🔥 Build a Lasting Legacy of Purpose: As the noise of life grows louder, learn to come back to your "why." Discover how to stack your skills with intention, find your purpose not by chasing it but by serving, and build a legacy that is measured in ripples, not just recognition.
Whether you're just starting out, reinventing yourself mid-career, or reflecting on the impact you want to leave behind-this book is a companion, not a lecture. You'll find actionable tools to start now and timeless wisdom to carry for life.
Because in the end, it's not about having more-it's about becoming more. Get your copy and start building your path of purpose today.