Abstract 

Amid overwhelming workloads and moral fatigue, many nurses have lost touch with the spark that first drew them to this calling. "Rediscover Your Why" is an interactive and reflective session that helps nurses reconnect with the purpose and pride at the core of their profession. Through guided storytelling, journaling, and peer dialogue, participants explore how their personal “why” aligns with nursing’s collective mission of advocacy, compassion, and courage. Participants will leave with renewed meaning, practical self-leadership tools, and a reminder that nursing has always been about more than survival—it’s about belonging and purpose.

 Learning Objectives 

1. Identify how moral fatigue and systemic pressures erode purpose—and how to consciously reconnect with one’s “why.” 

2. Reflect on personal and collective stories that celebrate the enduring spirit of Canadian nursing. 

3. Develop individualized strategies to sustain motivation, pride, and balance in the face of ongoing challenges.