We all have a purpose and living this gives us meaning, direction, and energy.
But what is that purpose? How do we connect with it? Live it? and does it need to be something cool, grandiose or take place in the public arena to be important?
Our purpose is what we came here to DO and part of who we came here to BE. For some of us this purpose may be the one thing that we connect with and live for our entire time here, while for others (myself included), it can grow and change as we grow and change.
When we live our purpose, we have more passion and internal fire as we are aligning with our soul rather than living mostly through our personality and the constant pull of the external world. We have all felt what it is like to be lit from within and living our purpose (or even crossing paths with it on occasion).. it feels GOOD doesn\’t it?
When we are aligned with and living our purpose we have more direction and making decisions becomes a whole lot easier
When we are not aligned with our purpose, we can feel stagnant, stuck, confused, and apathetic. Life can feel more like a chore.
So HOW can we align with our purpose and live it daily?
This takes awareness and time. We need to be present and notice more.
For example:
- What fires you up?
- Where are you naturally gifted?
- What do your friends seek you out for?
- What comes easily to you?
- What situations do you gravitate to?
Our purpose will light us up. It can fuel our bellies from deep within and give us a vitality even when we are sleep deprived.
So, pay attention to the things that bring your internal energy to the surface. Pay attention to the things that come easily and seem natural. Pay attention to the things people are wanting from you… And live your life from this place.
Eventually if you stay tuned in, live these gifts, and commit to living them, your life will change
If you would like help discovering your strengths and passions, consider the passion map program or some 1.1 coaching.