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You're Already Living Your Purpose—Here's How
Emily Allen
August 27, 2024
Good Morning, dear reader!
You don't have to find your purpose today because—guess what?—it’s already within you. Purpose isn’t a hidden treasure; it’s a practice you build each day, with each decision. No more pressure to seek it out—just live it out, little by little. You’re already doing it. 💪✨
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"Purpose is not something you find; it's something you create."
SPOTLIGHT
Discovering Your Inner Purpose
We’re often told to search for our purpose, as if it’s an elusive treasure waiting to be found. But the reality might be simpler—and more empowering. Purpose doesn’t have to be fixed. In fact, you’re probably already living it, even if you don’t realize it.
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Here are some additional insightful reads about your purpose.
You Don’t Find Your Purpose, You Build It
In this insightful piece from Harvard Business Review, the author challenges the conventional wisdom that purpose is something you stumble upon like a hidden treasure. Instead, it's something you construct over time through your experiences and actions.
Finding Your Life’s Purpose Is Overrated
This thought-provoking article from HuffPost argues that the quest for a singular life purpose can be more stressful than beneficial. Instead, focusing on smaller, meaningful actions can bring more satisfaction.
Your Career Doesn’t Need to Have Purpose
According to this piece from the University of Virginia, not every job needs to be your life's calling. Sometimes, a career is simply a means to support other fulfilling aspects of your life.
When the Search for a Sense of Purpose Turns on You
Psychology Today explores the potential pitfalls of the relentless search for purpose and how it can sometimes lead to anxiety and disappointment.
DAILY CHALLENGE
Write down three things that bring you joy today. That’s it. Don’t overthink it. Your purpose is often hidden in the moments that light you up.
START OVER KITTY RECOMMENDATION
Discover Your Inner Strength with "The Book of Joy"
 | The Book of Joy by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu is an absolute gem. This incredible book dives deep into the essence of joy and purpose in our lives. Dive in and let it guide you to uncover the purpose that’s always been within you. |
FINAL THOUGHTS
Your purpose isn’t some far-off destination you have to reach—it's woven into the fabric of your everyday life. Every smile, every act of kindness, every little victory is part of it. You don’t have to find your purpose. You’re already living it. Celebrate that today, my friend.
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