It does not matter the stage of life nor age nor financial status. If we cannot find purpose, true joy will not be experienced.
In searching I came across a lifestyle that I have incorporated gradually and begun to live it fully. Though I can't yet proclaim to be a true vegan, I am a pretty good vegetarian. However, with all the research and learning, and desire to heal from within, I must push forward to the vegan lifestyle.
As well, I consider the lack of movement, any movement, to be detrimental to the being as a whole. Especially as we age.
Over the last six months I have discovered my own frailty, limitations and issues that could be diagnosed or labeled should I have a notion to visit a medical professional.
Ah well, to the dismay of my husband, I will not. This lifestyle of choosing includes being active so recharging my mind and body includes yoga, while instilling laughter along with hard work includes other classes that strengthen and tone.
While journey into my lifestyle has been fraught with obstacles, it has become my reality. In turn, this reality has opened up all the windows in my mind and shed some serious spotlights onto my purpose!
Now, at this point, if you think I will just tell you what it is...like it can be stated in a few words or short sentence...then you must not have had this enlightening moment or visual yourselves. Let me explain. Finding purpose or meaning or worth which leads to joy is not concrete. It is not one thing or another. Instead, it is the belief, the knowing, that what you believe, what you do and the love you share with others is true.
As this may seem a bit contrary to what normative 'purpose' looks like, my visuals give me a sense of peace, of clarity. A feeling of warmth and security, of looking forward to each day, the future!
My purpose is many things, including my lifestyle, but pursuing my passion, what makes me happy, what may make others happy involves writing so I must follow that path. I visualize my life and believe that in staying true to self and following dreams I have evolved. Though not complete, I will always strive for perfection. Knowing full well that I will never attain such lofty levels, I continue to hone my skills and living so as to keep my body and mind sharp. In this manner, I will realize gains with each step.
There have been many experiential moments throughout my more than a half century in this world. However, none has been more momentous than finding purpose and extreme joy!
Happy New Year and may you all find your joy in a life lived on purpose!
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