Making Purpose Part of Life 2

 

• “If you feel like there is something out there that you are supposed to be doing if you have a passion for it,
  

  then stop wishing and just do it.” — Wanda Sykes
• Now that you are ready to live a life of purpose, you are passionate and filled with the energy to take the next big step. But hold on. Take a deep breath before you jump to keep from getting overwhelmed.
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Slow progress is the most reliable way to create any change in your life. When trying to reach a new goal, running a marathon, for instance, you set a pace to take a small step.

LOOK TO THE FUTURE

• • What does the end of your journey look like? How do you want to be seen in the future? What does your life look like? Now make a plan on how to get there.

    
    

    What can you do today to get started on your purpose? Do you need to make a new plan or set some new goals? Are there people whom you need to connect with? Is there something you can do today toward your passion? What resources do you need?
  • REMIND YOURSELF OF YOUR PURPOSE EACH DAY
  • • • Every morning and evening, remind yourself of it, look to the future, and feel the excitement. You can do this by rereading your goal, having a vision board of your life purpose goal, or simply journaling each day.
      • TRACK YOUR PROGRESS
      • • • Keep a journal listing your wins and losses. How can you create more success and prevent making future failures? Appreciate each step along the way.
          • LET OTHERS KNOW YOU HAVE FOUND YOUR PURPOSE
          • • • Tell and show others what you are doing. Practice putting your meaning into your daily activities. How can you communicate the importance of your purpose to others? You are the messenger, not just a worker.

                
                

                For example, if you know your life purpose is to create joy in other people’s lives through your art, your plan might include teaching others to paint, taking others on retreats that include art sessions, or hosting a tour at the local art gallery.
              • PUT IN THE WORK
              • • • Do not expect your life purpose to magically happen. You have to take the action and put into practice what needs to happen to make your life purpose a reality. To make a difference and be passionate about your meaning takes effort and time. Do not let the magnitude of your dreams become overwhelming for you. Do a little work each day, and the results will come faster than expected.
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