The Purposed Woman: Transformational Truths for Purposeful Living

The more of the old story we give up, the more of the new story we reveal. We have no idea how the story will play out, just that we are enacting it in the moment in constant, biodynamic interplay.

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By getting into the conversation that is purpose, we start to weave a tale that makes sense of the things that have happened to us; and how they can be meaningful for the problems we and usually other people too are having today. Here are two examples of people finding purpose in big problems. I have met both personally:. A brain tumor and its devastating physical impact… SWITCH ON …became the stimulus to give up a successful business and commit to being a wisdom teacher bringing more love and truth into the world which then led to writing a book and more.

A terrorist bomb and the loss of both legs… SWITCH ON …became the stimulus to leave a job in marketing and be a proponent of peace in the world which then led to the start of a social enterprise focused on peace-building. But it does mean that it is always your choice how to make sense out of all your experiences, both painful and pleasant, so you can focus your attention meaningfully on the here and now.

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Only you can weave the story in which you are playing the lead role. In many myths and movies, the hero or heroine embarks on a journey to find a special object, such as the Golden Fleece or Holy Grail. It symbolizes the search for your life purpose. On the way, dragons and monsters must be overcome—symbols of our patterns, representations of our dark side.

Every problem we face is a call to adventure. Each problem we switch on to reveals another facet of our life purpose. As we chomp down on problems, metabolizing them within, we come back with many boons. It is up to us to join all the seemingly random dots in an empowering, nourishing, and energizing way that galvanizes us into action and adventure.

From a haze of past experiences a powerful narrative will emerge. We thrive in the world to the extent that we can metabolize the things that happen to us into fresh threads for our emerging story. The story is alive because you are alive. Treat it as a done deal and it quickly ossifies. While the gist of your story will stay consistent, the details will unfold in surprising ways, as you co-create your life with the Big U. This is like Picasso spending decades exploring, in painting after painting, what it means to be a Modernist or Cubist. The more problems you metabolize, the more inspired your new story becomes.

The world is always presenting us with problems, inviting us to switch on and let go of the assumptions that underpin the old world order. Perhaps the most famous story of this surrender is J. He has to relinquish the controlling nature of the Tiny Me to defeat evil and allow the world to be restored to a state of thriving. Our life purpose is always as much about the world—the people we love and the communities we live in—as it is about us.

It is always looking to help or heal others. However, this is not only about others; it is also about finding our sweet spot, our special sauce, where we blossom. If we are on purpose, then both we and the people around us start to thrive. Rather beautifully, nature has conspired to make service as enjoyable and beneficial to the giver as it is to the receiver. When we contribute, oxytocin is released, which deepens our relationships and inhibits stress. Giving can stimulate our immune system and give us the kind of dopamine-fuelled buzz we get from eating chocolate.

Our happiness is massively dependent on how we connect with, and contribute, to others. In a survey of , adults across nations, people who gave to others were the happiest. That was true whether they lived in rich countries or impoverished ones. When we care, we get a boost to our happiness levels equivalent to someone doubling our income overnight. Being of service to others can even extend life expectancy and boost health! Caring for others can be more important than having self-esteem when it comes to our own success.

Being self-centered also costs us a lot of energy, as we have to keep fighting our natural desire to contribute, which kicks us out of flow. However, we must find a balance between giving to others and nourishing ourselves. Purpose needs to be grounded in our wellbeing as well as that of others. We have to keep rooted and resourced. The Connector wants to give but if we become sick, we are no use to anyone. Drop it and come back to your life purpose. The last thing you want to do is be so committed to others that you neglect your own health and happiness, and that of your loved ones.

The world wants us vibrant and vital. Giving must flow from the power and energy of the Great We, as opposed to the limited Tiny Me, which soon runs out of puff. Compassion, service, and generosity are only authentically of service to the world when they come from the heart and not the head.

The Tiny Me, driven by the Protector, will always try and hijack our good works to make up for what it thinks it lacks. Only the Connector can give freely without needing something back, because it already has everything it needs within. Be of service because it comes gushing out of you, because it is inevitable. Do it because it is who you truly are. Then it will be serving you as much as others, even if it is not done with that intent. All of us live in a complex network of people and places, whether we can see it or not. We are all interdependent.

Ubuntu says that our joy is inescapably dependent on the joy of others. When we serve others and collaborate authentically, from love not strategy, we thrive collectively.

Purpose is how we connect with the world most effortlessly in love, truth, and creativity; with heart, head, and hands all opened up to what is possible. It is how you care and share at any time, with anyone. Yes, you may have big dreams. You might have a vision for a business empire or want to make a great movie.

You might be desperate to start a family or fired up to end world poverty. Yet none of these are your life purpose.

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Purpose may inspire them, help define and refine them. Purpose can fuel an enterprise or a project, but it is just as much at home in the line for the restroom at a nightclub; in the middle of a dull meeting; getting the kids ready for school; or on a first date. The more practiced you are at allowing purpose to flow, when the shit hits the fan, you will be ready to serve others as opposed to play out strategies and patterns. These are all ways to contribute to the flourishing of others while blossoming yourself.

Free from doubts and fears, cynicism and self-criticism, your life purpose is the sum total of every bit of love and wisdom you have gleaned from your life experiences, mixed with the skills and talents that you have honed through engaging with them wholeheartedly. Her life and ministry is a testimony of the mercy, grace, and redemptive power of Jesus Christ, leaving no one untouched. There is nothing Hope will not sacrifice and no place she will not travel to serve God's people and share the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Hope continues to be a witness of the fruitful and eternal life available to all who choose to follow Him. Hope resides in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and is the proud mother of four adult sons, a daughter, and the grandmother of two. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling to new places.

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