Living a life that you are
passionate about, opens up a world of joy, fulfillment and
abundance. It is one of the greatest life experiences. According
to the American Heritage Dictionary, passion is defined as
"boundless enthusiasm". Imagine waking up every day
eagerly looking forward to life? When we love the life we live and
are using our gifts, we are then operating at our fullest
potential. We are contributing something unique and special to the
world.
Living out our passion is living our life's purpose. When we
are on purpose, we are no longer restless, unhappy or searching
for something more to feel complete. Our passion is our purpose
and it is from there we can create and live our best life.
Passions nuture and feed the soul. In order to find our
passions, we have to first rediscover our selves. The expectations
of others coupled with the hectic pace of life and our own
emotional baggage, often overshadow the essence of who we are as
individuals. By reconnecting with our inner selves, we can begin
to reclaim forgotten dreams, goals and even create some new ones.
How can you begin to eagerly look forward to life? What is it
that you are passionate about? What excites you? These are just a
few questions to help you discover your passions. Below are some
additional questions, take your time and think about your answers.
Jot them down in a journal, notebook or on a piece of paper.
Stretch your imagination;go deep inside to discover your answers.
Write what your heart says is true and do not feel your responses
are unrealistic or that others may not approve. The goal of these
questions is to get you to start thinking about your life.
What are your hobbies or talents?
If there were no obstacles in your way, what type of life would
you envision living and why?
What are some forgotten childhood dreams?
What do you think has been the biggest obstacle that has
stopped you from living up to your fullest potential?
How can that obstacle challenge you to move you from where you
are to where you want to be?
What would you not change about your life?
What type of feeling do you want to experience on a daily
basis?
What is one thing you can do today to connect with your
passion?
(c)2001 Tara Pray
Tara Pray may be contacted at Life1Designs@aol.com.
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Tara Pray is a writer and life coach. She has worked with many
women to help them improve and create lives based on meaning and
purpose. For more information about Life Designs go to:
www.hometown.aol.com/life1designs or e-mail Tara at life1designs@aol.com.