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If you’ve been struggling
to find your calling in life, you’re not alone. People
of all ages often find themselves wondering if what
they’re currently doing or what they think they want to
do is right.
Look for
Signs
Identifying your true
purpose starts with knowing which signs to look for. Pay
attention to the people you meet, the places you go, and
what you dream about. When things are going well, you
see the positive results. However,
when you’re stuck, you also see the signs, most of
which will be telling you it’s time for a change. When
things aren’t meant to be, you might notice that things
always seem to go wrong. You might also feel like your
efforts are all for nothing.
Tap into
Your Creativity
Even if you are more of
the intellectual type, you can still tap into your
creativity. Setting even a few moments aside each day to
write poetry, paint or even simply daydream is good for
your soul. In fact, dabbling in the arts might even
spark enough interest that you return to college.
Earning a graduate’s degree in a subject you’re
passionate about makes the experience more memorable. If
you’re concerned about paying for tuition, you can apply
for a loan with a private lender. There are
no fees to proceed, the interest rates are usually
lower and they offer favorable repayment options.
Do What
Feels Good
In a world where we’re
always looking for ways to feel good, it’s important not
to just go with the flow. Finding your calling means
doing what feels good. Far too often, people do what
they think they should be doing, not what they actually
want to do. Think about activities you enjoy, both
leisure and professional. How do you feel when you
partake in these activities? Oftentimes, people find
that even if the activity is work-related, since
happiness is a state of mind, it still brings them
joy. And the best part is, if you do discover that you
can do something you enjoy to make money, you’ll also
probably notice a change in your outlook as well.
Try New
Things
Another way to find what’s
really meant for you is by trying new things. Keeping
yourself in your safety zone may be comfortable, but it
can also hinder you from growing. Trying out new things
also opens your mind to new opportunities. Think back to
when you were young and carefree. What risks did you
take simply because you wanted to? As children, we try
new things because we are eager to explore the world.
But as we get older, we sometimes forget that life is
meant to be lived and that we need to step out of our
comfort zone. If you have children, spend time observing
them and how they interact with the world. You might be
pleasantly surprised how differently you see things once
you follow their lead.
Be Kind
to Yourself
Regardless of where you
are in life, you need to be kind to yourself. Everyone
is different, so there’s no need to compare yourself to
others who seem to have it all together. As long as
working towards being the best version of yourself,
there’s no rush to that imaginary finish line.
Congratulate yourself for a job well done and don’t beat
yourself up of you fall short of your expectations.
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