The Keyword To Finding Purpose. And it's not "why."

Hey dreamer!

Let's talk about purpose.

Researchers have pointed out that humans have a basic need for meaning and purpose. It's part of what makes us human. It's part of what makes life worth living. We all want to find our own personal "why" but is this really the key to finding that elusive "feeling of purpose?"

Finding purpose is one of the key ingredients to living a meaningful life. But it's not the only ingredient. In addition to purpose, we also need other things like connection, belonging, and fulfillment.

Finding purpose is one of the key ingredients to living a meaningful life. But it's not the only ingredient. In addition to purpose, we also need other things like connection, belonging, and fulfillment.

This newsletter will also explore belonging and fulfillment. Creating a meaningful life and career IS the recipe to a dream life. But for today, let's focus on purpose.

Do you feel you have "found it?"

I personally don't think purpose is something to seek. Chasing it is futile and I think that's why it seems elusive to so many. Purpose is found within us. Everyone one of us. Each and every person has a unique purpose.

Purpose isn't something external that you need to go out and find, it's already inside of you.

Purpose isn't something external that you need to go out and find, it's already inside of you. So then, the goal isn't to find purpose, but to tune into the purpose that's already there, waiting to be expressed. You can write all the "why's" you want but for as long as the goal is to chase it, you won't find it.

So how, then, can we express it?

As a new mom, I can't help but think of "expressing milk." It's not something I personally have to mix, cook up, etc. on the outside. It seems like magic. My body creates it. I don't know where it comes from or how it's done. Sure, I read about it but really though...how? It's part of my anatomy. My body innately knows how to do it.

It's different for each person. But I think one way to express your purpose is to find activities that bring you joy and fulfillment. If you're doing something that feels like an expression of your inner self, you're probably in the realm of your purpose. It can be creative pursuits like art, writing, or music. Or it could be helping others, building a business, or working for a cause you believe in. It might even be parenting, or something as simple as walking in nature and observing the world around you.

Often, our purpose gets drowned out by the noise of everyday life and the expectations of others. But when we tune in to our inner selves, we can start to uncover what really matters to us.

Often, our purpose gets drowned out by the noise of everyday life and the expectations of others. But when we tune in to our inner selves, we can start to uncover what really matters to us. Ultimately, this is how I know I'm living out my purpose. It's a feeling. It's knowing with every cell of my body I'm doing exactly what I was meant to do. It's feeling home. It's activating my essence.

What helps you feel purposeful? What already lights you up?

There is so much to be said but honestly, to me it's about how it's felt. So when you say I don't feel purpose because I can't find it...I invite you to first feel it within and it will express itself. Do the things that feel purposeful. That's the keyword: feel.

Purpose isn't something you pursue or chase. It's not like a treasure hunt or a quest to complete. The journey to purpose is actually an inner one. It's about listening to the voice inside you that tells you what really matters. When you feel that sense of resonance, you know you've found your purpose. It's not about logic or reasoning, it's about tuning in to what you feel in your heart.

Resonance is like an inner knowing that what you're doing is deeply in sync with who you are.

It's when your thoughts, feelings, and actions are aligned. It's when you're doing something that feels like "you" - authentic, true, and meaningful. It's not necessarily easy or comfortable. In fact, it might even be scary or challenging. But there's something compelling and irresistible about it.

Feel it.

Besos,

Jessie