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Originally Posted by runningbird  I totally know the feeling theawakenedone. I have had several similar experiences. I think some of it might be connected to guilt I have from how I acted during adolescence, but I just try to be helpful, available, friendly and understanding. It has never exactly translated into a life purpose. Has the experienced inspired any actual plans, or a path for you? |
I too believe that my purpose is connected to guilt, while at the same time, I understand that love is the driving force. I also feel that my next growth period lies after this purpose has been accomplished (or maybe even during the journey of doing so).
The experience has inspired me to proactively find ways to show my parents that I appreciate them. Lately I've been visiting them more often and whenever they ask me to help them with anything, I've been quick to react without hesitation.
Also, all my parents want me to do is succeed in life. For the past four years I've been suffering from depression and mental road blocks. I haven't been motivated to achieve anything. No amount of money would get me off my feet, and due to this, my finances took a major toll. But every day after since finding my purpose, I've been thinking constantly and acting towards achieving more. I also was able to find my passion, which is personal development, and have dedicated myself to it. I decided to begin my career in personal development by first becoming a professional blogger for personal development, like Steve Pavlina =).
... I just had an epiphany. To come and think about it, although my purpose is for my parents, my passion is personal development, and through blogging, I will automatically be in the position to extend the care to everyone else.