How to Ignite your sense of purpose

Albert Camus once said, "You will never be happy if you continue to search for what happiness consists of. You will never live if you are looking for the meaning of life." This quote encapsulates the struggle many of us face when trying to define our life's purpose and passion. While I don't claim to have the definitive answers, I can offer some questions that might help you explore your own path.

Here's a simple exercise to help you start uncovering your purpose:

1. Grab a few sheets of paper and a pen.

2. Find a quiet place where you won't be interrupted and turn off your phone.

3. Write down your answers to each question quickly, without overthinking. It's crucial to write your responses rather than just thinking about them.

15 Questions to Ignite Your Sense of Purpose:

1. What makes you smile? Think about activities, people, events, hobbies, etc.

2. What were your favorite things to do in the past, and what do you enjoy now?

3. What activities make you lose track of time?

4. What makes you feel great about yourself?

5. Who inspires you most, and what qualities in them do you admire?

6. What are you naturally good at?

7. What do people typically ask you for help with?

8. If you had to teach something, what would it be and why?

9. What would you regret not fully doing, being, or having in your life?

10. Imagine yourself at 90, looking back at your life. What mattered most to you?

11. What are your core values?

12. What challenges have you overcome, and how did you do it?

13. What causes do you strongly believe in?

14. If you could send a message to a large group of people, who would they be, and what would your message be?

15. Given your talents, values, and passions, how can you use them to serve others?

After answering these questions, take a moment to reflect. What new insights have you gained? How has your understanding of your potential changed? What's possible for you now? And most importantly, what will you do next?