In life, we often encounter chapters that teach us valuable lessons about purpose and perseverance. These lessons resonate deeply with our core values and can have a profound impact on our journey towards achieving our goals. In this blog post, I would like to share a personal story and discuss the importance of aligning with our purpose and vision, which can fuel our motivation and energise us to overcome challenges, no matter how daunting they may seem.
Discovering True Purpose:
Several years ago, at the age of 30, I found myself in a deep state of dissatisfaction. Despite a successful career in banking and retail, I felt an overwhelming emptiness. It was during this period that I recalled a childhood aspiration: teaching. Inspired by this long-forgotten dream, I made a life-changing decision to transition into the field of education. Though it seemed unconventional at the time, this leap of faith aligned me with my true purpose.
Embracing Challenges:
Entering the teaching profession as a 30-year-old presented its own set of challenges. I lacked formal education and had to start from scratch, learning how to write essays and navigate unfamiliar territory. However, my newfound purpose propelled me forward with unwavering motivation and energy. I began to notice a series of coincidences, synchronicities, and serendipitous opportunities that opened doors for me. Life seemed to flow more effortlessly when I aligned with my purpose and vision.
The Power of Purpose:
Aligning with our purpose infuses our actions with meaning and significance. It grants us the determination to face any obstacle head-on, as it did for me in my teaching journey. Purpose gives us the fuel we need to persist, even in the face of adversity. It doesn’t have to be a grandiose purpose like saving the world; rather, it can be a personal and meaningful reason that drives us forward.
Discovering Your Deeper Why:
Often, we find ourselves going through the motions without truly understanding our deeper motivations. It is essential to pause and reflect on why we do what we do. When coaching individuals, I ask them to contemplate their reasons for pursuing specific goals. If their answers fail to align with their deeper purpose, we delve further to uncover their true motivations.
Values and Purpose Alignment:
Values play a crucial role in determining our purpose. Identifying our top three values provides insight into what truly matters to us. It may be family, love, connection, or compassion, among others. When our deeper why aligns with our values, we discover a sense of fulfilment and drive that propels us forward.
The Magic of Purpose:
Purpose has the remarkable ability to transform even the most daunting tasks into attainable goals. Consider the example of running a marathon. Initially, the idea may seem impossible, but when purpose is added to the equation—a purpose that resonates with our deepest desires and involves someone we care about—our motivation becomes unwavering. Purpose becomes the magic ingredient that empowers us to push through obstacles and achieve what we once thought was beyond our reach.
In conclusion, purpose and perseverance are vital elements in our journey toward success and personal fulfilment. By aligning with our purpose and vision, we tap into an endless reservoir of motivation and energy. It is crucial to explore our deeper why, uncover our values, and ensure they harmonise with our purpose. Let us take the time to reflect and discover our true purpose, for when we do, we unlock the key to a life filled with meaning and purposeful action.
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