Here’s a powerful secret: your soul’s greatest joy often intersects with exactly what the world needs.
There is a school of thought in spiritual traditions which teaches that our “purpose” here on earth is to be found in giving expression to our soul’s deepest desire. Think about it. When you’re fully engaged in something you love, are you simply seeking happiness, or are you radiating it?
So that begs the question: “what does my soul desire?”
This can be tricky to figure out because the reality of our lives is that the need to survive – to keep a roof over our heads and food on the table – will dominate our attention without first asking, “is this what the soul wants?”
So most of us will spend years focused on the practicalities of survival—jobs, bills, responsibilities. These are essential, of course but also, we know that there is more. If you want to step into your full potential, set out to find what it is that your soul wants to express.
“The most beautiful moments in life are moments when you are expressing your joy, not seeking it.” – Sadhguru
Are you still trying to chase after the things that bring you joy or have you surrendered to what your soul IS, and have you become the expression of that joy?
Today’s meditation journey is an exercise in connecting with your soul, checking in and finding what it is that your soul wants to express.
Where your greatest joy meets the world’s need… THAT is where your purpose lies! But don’t get stuck in asking “what does the world need?” instead trust that your soul’s expression is what the world needs. So ask yourself “what makes me come alive?” and do more of that, because what the world needs is more people who have come alive!
“In deep, conscious involvement with everything around you, there is no entanglement – there is just joy.” – Sadhguru
“If you are concerned about the world, the first thing you need to do is transform yourself into a joyful being.” – Sadhguru
A world brimming with passionate, joyful individuals radiating their unique gifts? THAT, is a world worth living in!
Start paying more careful attention to the things that really move you and ask yourself, “how do I do more of this?” Pay attention to the activities that ignite a fire within you, leaving you energized and fulfilled. The answer to this question holds the key not only to your own happiness, but also to a life of purpose that impacts the world around you.
Here are some mantras to help ignite your purpose:
- “My joy is my purpose.” Embrace the activities that make you come alive, and trust that this path leads to a life of fulfillment.
- “I am a beacon of joy.” Cultivate your inner light, and watch as it illuminates the world around you.
- “Every day, I choose to do more of what makes me sparkle.” Make conscious choices that align with your passions, and witness the transformation within yourself and the world.
Trust that what the world needs is for you to unashamedly be the expression of your soul. Let your soul’s joy be your guiding light, and watch as your purpose unfolds beautifully.
– pierre –
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