{"id":5215,"date":"2021-07-09T10:27:55","date_gmt":"2021-07-09T02:27:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/?p=5215"},"modified":"2021-07-09T16:54:36","modified_gmt":"2021-07-09T08:54:36","slug":"purpose-in-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/purpose-in-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Finding your purpose in life &#8211; 4 things you should know"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>\u201cThe person without a purpose is like a ship without a rudder.\u201d \u2015 Thomas Carlyle<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_half  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  column-top-margin\" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><b>What exactly is \u2018purpose\u2019?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people ponder over the word <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018purpose\u2019<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it about my life calling? Is it about the attitude with which I do things? Is it about chasing my destiny?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At first thought\/glance, it seems simple, but when we take a closer look, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018purpose\u2019<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> seemingly becomes hard to put into words.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To simplify this concept, the Japanese term \u2018ikigai\u2019 conceptualizes purpose simply to mean, \u201creason for being\u201d. What is <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reason for being?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to \u2018Ikigai\u2019, there are four aspects of purpose:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What we love to do (our passion)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What we are good at (our strengths)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What the world needs (our mission)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What we can be paid to do (our profession)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_one_half  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_textblock  column-top-margin\" style='border-radius:0px; '><div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-4  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/joshua-earle-ICE__bo2Vws-unsplash-495x400.jpg' alt='' title='SCC Finding Purpose' height=\"400\" width=\"495\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><\/br><br \/>\nWhen these factors interact, we experience personal satisfaction, knowing that we are contributing to something larger than ourselves. As such, purpose is closely linked to a sense of direction and meaning, which produces contentment and fulfillment in our lives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><b>Why should I have one?<\/b><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><b> It shifts us from being unmotivated to passionate<br \/>\n<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Having a purpose gives us clarity. Most of us like knowing the direction that we\u2019re heading towards&#8211; in spending time to make clear what we are working for and why we do the things we do, we can better plan our tomorrows and set progressive goals towards a direction we are excited about. This ultimately minimizes feelings of being overwhelmed or disconnected, as we minimize the unknown and are clear of where to start.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our decisions may also become easier to make, as we evaluate them according to the degree to which they align\u00a0 with our passion, strengths, and societal needs. As we make decisions and commit to our goals in this direction, we begin to find life more fulfilling, and less mundane or meaningless. This sense of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">knowing<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and working towards a clear goal is extremely satisfying; it is living according to our calling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/br><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b>It keeps us anchored during tough times\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is true that life is not always smooth-sailing and it\u00a0 springs surprises on us from time to time. Having a sense of purpose helps us to persevere and remain resilient because we look beyond our current situations and work towards something compelling to us in the future.\u00a0 Without a purpose, we are focused on the present hurdles and suffering; with a purpose, we are hopeful for a better future, and have the motivation to overcome current challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_two_third  column-top-margin\" style='border-radius:0px; '><div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-9  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/hanson-lu-s0yGfJn36Xg-unsplash-495x400.jpg' alt='' title='SCC Purpose Thriving' height=\"400\" width=\"495\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_two_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_one_third  el_before_av_hr  column-top-margin\" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><ol start=\"3\">\n<li><b> It moves us from existing to living (and thriving)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, making sense of our life purpose moves us from purely existing to living. According to Oscar Wilde, \u201cTo live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people just exist.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting to contribute towards things we\u00a0 feel strongly for and living in line with our passions and ideals energizes us, and it makes life\u00a0 very gratifying and worthwhile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that being said, it means that we need to dig deep within ourselves to find out what is meaningful to us, instead of looking for answers elsewhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_two_third  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><b>How can I work towards finding my purpose?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>\u201cIf you can\u2019t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right into your purpose.\u201d \u2013 Bishop T.D. Jakes<\/p>\n<p><\/br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>1. Craft a list of the hobbies, tasks, and values that matter to you<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A good fit occurs when our values, passions, and strengths coincide with the needs of society<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make time for reflection\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are your core values and how do they guide your decisions in life?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What brings you the most satisfaction out of the things you are currently doing?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try out new things and refine your knowledge of what really matters to you based on what you have experienced<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li>Seek out volunteer opportunities and try out new experiences.<\/li>\n<li>Talk to people in these places to see if you are a good fit with the culture and goal of the activity or organisation.<\/li>\n<li>This will help you develop a social network of people who share your common interests and make your experiences more meaningful.<\/li>\n<li>Identify areas of your passion that coincide with something you are naturally good at.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_three_fifth  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_two_fifth  column-top-margin\" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>2. Develop your strengths and passions<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sense of mastery of our passions allows us to contribute meaningfully to our purpose and fuels our passion in this area<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Our ability to value-add to spheres that matter to us adds to our sense of purpose, as it serves as validation that we are in the right place<\/li>\n<li>Developing mastery takes discipline and determination and we have to remember to be patient with ourselves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/br><br \/>\n<strong>3. Set goals that align with your values<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having goals that align with your values will help to elevate your sense of purpose.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, seeking out jobs or opportunities that are aligned with your values and your passion will make you feel like you are spending your time more meaningfully and fruitfully.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/br><br \/>\n<strong>4. Be patient with yourself and be open to learning<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to be flexible and adapt your approach to the setbacks and changes you may face as you progress towards your goals, instead of fixating on &#8216;ideals&#8217;.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that there is something to learn at every stage of life and that we all grow from failure. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_two_fifth  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_three_fifth  el_before_av_hr  column-top-margin\" style='border-radius:0px; '><div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-18  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/marcos-paulo-prado-tcyW6Im5Uug-unsplash-687x1030.jpg' alt='' title='SCC Purpose Goals' height=\"1030\" width=\"687\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-19  el_after_av_two_fifth  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><b>What if I don\u2019t have a \u201cbig\u201d purpose in life?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps you&#8217;ve looked around and seen how many people have big and noble dreams &#8211; and you look within yourself, only to find that you have very different perspectives. Here&#8217;s a remind<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">er that<\/span> <b><i>that is okay<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s okay if our purpose and what we want to live for is different from what others\u2019 purposes are. What matters more is what <\/span><strong><i>you<\/i> <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">think is most important to you and what <\/span><strong><i>you<\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> think defines success and meaning in life. While we might inevitably compare our purposes to that of others\u2019, we should keep in mind that there is no such thing as a purpose that is right or wrong, better or worse. Just like how everyone is born different, our purposes can be different too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/br><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cYour purpose must be particular to you. This is the road less traveled. Your purpose cannot be someone else\u2019s path, not your family\u2019s path nor your friends\u2019 path.\u201d \u2013 Drew Scott Pearlman<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-21  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>References<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Gaines, J. (2021). The Philosophy of Ikigai: 3 Examples About Finding Purpose. <em>PositivePsychology.com. <\/em>Retrieved 9 July 2021, from <a href=\"https:\/\/positivepsychology.com\/ikigai\/\">https:\/\/positivepsychology.com\/ikigai\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many people ponder over the word \u2018purpose\u2019. Is it about my life calling? 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