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Purpose

Purpose - the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. 

Firstly, I just want to clarify that it is purely coincidental that this is my third post with a title that begins with the letter p.

One of the many things I have struggled with or still struggle with occasionally is finding my purpose in life. Growing up, I never really knew what career path i wanted to pursue unlike other people. I was always envious of people that knew that one day they would be doctors or lawyers because it gave me the impression that they had their lives all figured out. It made me feel like a leaf in the wind without ambition or purpose.

However, my mindset has changed. The truth is, not everyone is meant to be a millionaire or an individual that makes groundbreaking discoveries. Not everyone is meant to cure cancer or have an epiphany on how the universe works, not everyone is meant for fame and riches. The sooner we are able to accept that, the sooner we can live much more fulfilling lives without hating ourselves. I have always felt inferior to my peers that are doing so much better than me but I have to ground myself and acknowledge that it is an unfair comparison. My purpose is not to sing, act or make scientific discoveries so how can I compare myself with people that were literally born for such?

Dont get me wrong, I am not discouraging anyone from reaching for the stars but I am stating that I am content with where I am mentally. I still dont know what my purpose is but it doesnt bother me as much as it used to nor does it define me. I am learning and growing everyday and it is usually said that what youre looking  for might already be in front of you so it is possible that my purpose is within arms reach but I dont have enough wisdom to see or understand it. I am taking each day as it goes and trying not to worry myself with things I cannot change but focusing on what I can control and you should too❤.

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  1. Ash9/22/2022

    I swear you're an inspiration🙌

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  2. T9/22/2022

    "taking each day as it goes", woww👏🏾🔥

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  3. Ntsako9/22/2022

    So wholesome 💯🦋

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