Finding your purpose

So many people I meet express to me that they have never really thought about their purpose. I have asked people of all ages; people from many religious and socio-economic backgrounds and across the board people don’t generally ask themselves that question. The question of “what is my purpose here?”

I don’t really remember the exact moment I asked myself that question. For me it was more of an evolution. I began knowing nothing, went through a period of thinking I knew everything and then to a point of understanding on a much bigger scale that what I know and learn is a fraction of the infinite possibilities and unlimited potential of everything.

You see we each have a purpose. Our purpose is why we are here…. It is what we can contribute to make the universe (universal energy) better or stronger or more positive….

What I have discovered is that once you open yourself up to finding out your purpose, the clues are usually pretty evident and you can begin living a life filled with the things you love.

So you want to discover what your purpose is…?

There are a few things to ask first. What are your talents? What are you good at? What do people ask your opinion on or for help with? We are given talents to be used as tools, a means of carrying out our purpose.

We are all talented at something. It’s that thing you do so easily or well and is brought to your attention by way of compliments and maybe even favors. So once you can clearly list your talents, add to that list the things that you are passionate about… What makes you happy? What brings you joy? If you don’t know I suggest you start paying attention.

Look at those things carefully. They may seem random or they may not. Do any of those things, those talents, feel good? Do any of them bring you joy?

You omit positive energy when you are positive. Look at your day. Does your day include any of those things that make you feel good? Positive energy feels gooood. It is a ratio kind of thing… the more time you spend incorporating the things that make you feel good, the more you feel good. The less time you spend doing the things you are innately good at and the things that bring you joy, the less good you feel.

Think about your talents and your passions. Find a way to incorporate them into your daily activities. Once you can see your purpose and your talents working together, you can live harmoniously and in a constant state of conscious evolution. Change your ratio and change your result. Much love.

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Bethany on Thursday, March 03, 2011 11:53 PM

I would also say how about the talents you have yet to discover? When someone jumps out of a perfectly good airplane, do you say "WHY?" or "Why not me?"

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	Amy on Friday, March 04, 2011 12:18 AM lol... yes, Bethany. I certainly believe that we discover talents as we go through life. I have found that being aware enough to recognize what they are and then able to incorporate them into as much of your life as possible is helpful in finding joy and purpose. So... would you jump or ask why?

Chip Degan on Saturday, March 05, 2011 8:11 PM

Amy, I often ask what my purpose is. Almost every day in this life race we live in. It is a machine and almost impossible to get a breather in edgewise. What IS our purpose. Why are we here and what can we do you find our "groove" so to speak. I can not seem to grasp that we are here for ourselves. My mind does not comprehend full selflessness but often gets stuck on "me" selfishness. Often I read or listen to self helpers and/or life coaches and all I am hearing is selfishness. Me me me. How can I fix myself. I truly believe that once we focuses on anything but ourselves that we will start to produce fruit in our lives. Fruit being, changing others and then in turn being changed ourselves. The focus must be on others. Everything is an evolution. Nothing starts finished. We are continually being changed as our maker intended us to be. Once realized, doing what we are CALLED to do. This is where the rubber hits the road and this is where you will find yourself in the peace and understanding of God. Pressing toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. A Whole Lotta Love

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Jessalyn Szczepanik on Wednesday, March 09, 2011 1:26 PM

In many lives finding your purpose is often put on the back burner, thought of as unimportant or maybe not thought of at all! For years I was going through the day to day motions of caring for others and placing other people's needs before my own. One day I realized through a series of challenges that I am a fabulously unique person! By slowly putting my needs to the forefront I am able to experiment and embrace life to the fullest. Realizing all the talents/things I use to enjoy PLUS all the NEW experiences I am presented with each day, this has made me a much fuller and happier person! I am now able to utilize my talents to help others learn to enjoy life-spreading my positive attitude to every person I meet! I believe my purpose is ever changing, ever growing and expanding, I do not have a definition for my purpose because it is limitless with possibilities and newcoming experiences! Thank you Amy for a beautiful thought provoking entry!

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