AThe butterfly slumbers in its cocoon.
An uninspiring shape seemingly trapped within its own environment.
But its nature is to be free... and when the right time comes its shackles are removed and it rises in its glorious colors to achieve its purpose in the wheel of life.
Many times we might wonder what we are called upon to do. What our Mission in life requires of us.
Such thoughts reflect the pain and glory that cloaks humanity. The pain of struggling with such existential questions and the glory of being aware that we are not just a whiff of shapeless smoke that dissolves itself into nonexistence. We have the ability to make a difference and impact in life- and if we realize our full potential we can live peak moments of meaningful fulfillment.
However the journey to self-realization and mastery is not an easy one.
It is troubled by the waves of constant demands that life imposes upon us as we strive to carry out our individual responsibilities. Daily struggles with routine that threaten to slowly erode the individual traits and inner essence that seeks to be manifested into reality.
It is only when we stop and take time to be present with our inner self that the miracle of a Purposeful life manifests itself. A Life on Purpose that reflects the essence of who we are and why we are here. A journey that starts with a focused evaluation of our core Values. An intuitive voice that whispers which direction we need to take.
Without this inner journey and the conquest of self-mastery the real meaning of life will continue to elude us. As Buddha said:
It is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles. Then the victory is yours. It cannot be taken from you, not by angels or by demons, heaven or hell.
But is the journey within self an easy one? Do we have the means to clarify our Life purpose in world that demands our constant attention?
If we could say that such a journey is easy we would be living in delusion.
But one thing is certain.
If you focus your mind on starting the journey, the guide to coach you along the way will appear at the right moment. Life has a way of providing opportunities for those who seek and as Jesus said:
Ask, and what you ask for shall be given to you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and the door shall be opened to you.
The quest for Purpose thus requires a Decision on our part to start the process. To ask and seek guidance. To delve deeply within our inner being and follow the clues which are imprinted subtly along the pathway of our life.
Clues that can astonishingly change our direction of life and create new passion and zest. A shift in perception and awareness that will have us wondering at the beauty and synchronicity that permeates life.
The way to self-fulfillment and meaning is an exciting treasure hunt that requires us to answer certain questions:
What is the one thing that has always attracted me and given me a sense of meaning?
Who do I admire and what qualities do I admire in such people?
What are my core Values that influence my decisions in life?
What have I always liked to do?
It is through such a journey of self-reflection that we can realize ourselves and achieve our purpose. It is the Decision to raise our Personal Standards and to refuse anything less than to live our Dream that can shift our mind into a state of resourcefulness that will give us a compelling life.
Let's stretch ourselves from our self-imposed cocoon, spread our wings and fly.
An uninspiring shape seemingly trapped within its own environment.
But its nature is to be free... and when the right time comes its shackles are removed and it rises in its glorious colors to achieve its purpose in the wheel of life.
Many times we might wonder what we are called upon to do. What our Mission in life requires of us.
Such thoughts reflect the pain and glory that cloaks humanity. The pain of struggling with such existential questions and the glory of being aware that we are not just a whiff of shapeless smoke that dissolves itself into nonexistence. We have the ability to make a difference and impact in life- and if we realize our full potential we can live peak moments of meaningful fulfillment.
However the journey to self-realization and mastery is not an easy one.
It is troubled by the waves of constant demands that life imposes upon us as we strive to carry out our individual responsibilities. Daily struggles with routine that threaten to slowly erode the individual traits and inner essence that seeks to be manifested into reality.
It is only when we stop and take time to be present with our inner self that the miracle of a Purposeful life manifests itself. A Life on Purpose that reflects the essence of who we are and why we are here. A journey that starts with a focused evaluation of our core Values. An intuitive voice that whispers which direction we need to take.
Without this inner journey and the conquest of self-mastery the real meaning of life will continue to elude us. As Buddha said:
It is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles. Then the victory is yours. It cannot be taken from you, not by angels or by demons, heaven or hell.
But is the journey within self an easy one? Do we have the means to clarify our Life purpose in world that demands our constant attention?
If we could say that such a journey is easy we would be living in delusion.
But one thing is certain.
If you focus your mind on starting the journey, the guide to coach you along the way will appear at the right moment. Life has a way of providing opportunities for those who seek and as Jesus said:
Ask, and what you ask for shall be given to you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and the door shall be opened to you.
The quest for Purpose thus requires a Decision on our part to start the process. To ask and seek guidance. To delve deeply within our inner being and follow the clues which are imprinted subtly along the pathway of our life.
Clues that can astonishingly change our direction of life and create new passion and zest. A shift in perception and awareness that will have us wondering at the beauty and synchronicity that permeates life.
The way to self-fulfillment and meaning is an exciting treasure hunt that requires us to answer certain questions:
What is the one thing that has always attracted me and given me a sense of meaning?
Who do I admire and what qualities do I admire in such people?
What are my core Values that influence my decisions in life?
What have I always liked to do?
It is through such a journey of self-reflection that we can realize ourselves and achieve our purpose. It is the Decision to raise our Personal Standards and to refuse anything less than to live our Dream that can shift our mind into a state of resourcefulness that will give us a compelling life.
Let's stretch ourselves from our self-imposed cocoon, spread our wings and fly.
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