KNOW YOUR PURPOSE-BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!

Have you ever pondered over your very existence...questioning why you are here on this earth?? I know I’m not alone in my thinking...hence one of my favourite prophetic quotes of all time, is undoubtedly, the one by Mark Twain. This article explores how the author, has had some introspection over the years, in her quest for finding her true purpose in life. This 2nd year PhD student is an Edupreneur, who argues that Entrepreneurs can be “made” through Skills Development and Mentorship. She is also a Motivational Speaker,  Professional Singer and Fitness Enthusiast and uses her many talents to uplift others.

I’ve always found a sense of fulfillment by being able to help others albeit in a small way. That priceless look on another person’s face and knowing that you played a part in that elation is unfathomable. After spending years doing some “soul-searching” I realized that I failed to see what was right in front of me every time I looked in the mirror...my natural ability to make people smile and feel good about themselves. Only after I began lecturing, did I realise the impact that my “little motivational quirks” had on the learners. Over time, this not only helped to boost my confidence, but also made me realise how we underestimate our worth and underutilize our God-given talents to inspire and uplift others. Ordinary people can do Extraordinary things if our minds and hearts are in the right place, whilst taking care of our bodies too of course!

In this crime-ridden world, where negativity seems to be the order of the day, people are desperate for motivation and upliftment. Sadly, with graduates leaving tertiary institutions with no experience or guaranteed jobs and rising unemployment rates, the future seems bleak. However, in this lies the opportunity as Educators, to find innovative ways to encourage “out-of-the-box” thinking and motivating others to use their talents and experience to make a difference in the lives of many. I argue that Entrepreneurs can be made with Skills Development and Mentorship. All this has inspired me to focus my thesis on the Creation of an Entrepreneurial Mindset by being able to balance a Healthy Mind, Heart and Body in order to cope with the myriad of twists and turns along the way!

Through introspection, we need to find what we are good at and become experts at it! This must be based on our experience and knowledge gained over the years. We need to have faith and confidence in our own abilities to have a positive impact in someone's life. There are certain things that money just can’t buy. It doesn’t cost a cent to Smile. So use your smile to change the World!

The time is now! Believe in yourself! Know your worth and believe that you have the amazing ability to change lives for the better!

 I finally found my purpose in life...i.e. to Empower, Uplift and Motivate others. Have you found Yours?