June - Moving is better that standing still

This month we talked about Spirit and Purpose.

“Moving in the right direction is better than arriving at wrong destination. Obstacles are good because they either take our time or change our direction so that we reach the right destination at right time.” — Shunya

The things that go into a strong spiritual grounding are essential to finding and following your purpose:

Pursuit of Meaning, Purpose, and Value

Self-Sacrifice for the Greater Good

Personal Connection with a Higher Power

You must have a firm handle on your worldview and what is important to you spiritually to identify your purpose.

I think of purpose as a guiding constellation, the Southern Cross in the night sky. We may never reach it, but we can always keep heading that way.

I recently had several coaching clients approach me concerned because they aren’t yet sure about their purpose. They are reluctant to head down a wrong path or dead-end road without knowing with certainty that it will take them where they want to be.

Not having a clear purpose is common and I think the dilemma is exacerbated in the age of ubiquitous social media because it seems that everyone on Instagram, or Tic Tok, or Facebook has a well-defined sense of purpose. It’s easy to feel that you are the only one drifting aimlessly and ask, “What the hell is wrong with me?”

You probably think:

“I know that I want to be happy, and healthy, have good friends, and be a good friend, learn about things I’m curious about, have adventures, and do meaningful work that aligns with my values. But what does that mean? Which direction do I go?”