Definition of Purpose:
An abiding intention toward a long-term goal that is both
personally meaningful and makes a positive mark on the world.
The Reason for which something exists or is done, made, used.
Wow, I did it! I’m still relishing in the fact that I actually accomplished a big goal. I finally published my blog. My insides were tingling when I was on the phone with my brother as he was talking me through my final touches (BIG thanks to my brother for his technical guidance and assistance) . My eyes welled up with tears and I felt so proud of myself. I couldn’t quite pin point how I was feeling in that moment – it was just such a cool feeling.
It’s funny, I didn’t set out to write a bog. What I’ve been trying to do for years is write a book (stay tuned) or create a cooking show (who knows – still might happen). As I started to create a dream board and really take personal inventory, my heart was drawn to this. THIS is my outlet. THIS is where I can really try to help people…and myself. Writing AND cooking are both therapeutic for me.
Anyhoo, I’d be remiss if I wasn’t fully transparent and shared how I celebrated on Sunday night – I’m such a party animal. I made a lovely dinner (my green beans were off the hook) and then celebrated with an entire pint of Ben & Jerry’s. Yep! I ate the whole thing with zero regrets (well, maybe a little regret). By the way, if you haven’t tried this flavor, it’s a must! Why do they make these in this size? It is such great and horrible idea all at the same time.
Pulling this blog together and putting myself out there hasn’t been as simple as I anticipated. I was chatting with a friend yesterday and was really trying to find the right word for how I was feeling, because I just felt so good, happy and peaceful. I found it, the right word is FREE! I’ve been quiet for a VERY long time and to create an outlet to be so free, feel good about what I’m putting out there AND hoping to touch the lives of others…FREE!
My journal prompt yesterday morning was ‘What is your Purpose’. What?! The universe just keeps talking to me. That really made me think, what a thought provoking question. I think I am on a journey to find my pupose.
I feel peaceful and free. I’m on a journey to find my purpose.
So, I’m about to fall asleep last night and my phone dinged. I’ve Got Mail. I got my first ‘Contact Me’ message and was so giddy to open it. I had instant tears. I received the most beautiful and inspiring message. I’ve received some touching messages of support from my friends and family, but this one hit different for sure. THIS is exactly why I’m doing what I’m doing. I want to give people permission to live a free and fulfilling life, whatever that looks like for you. I have zero intentions of hurting anyone’s feelings in my blog OR my book. But, here’s what I will no longer do…I will no longer minimize my feelings and speaking my truth for fear of hurting someone else’s feelings. It’s not easy being quiet and unheard for so many years. Perhaps through this journey with me, you will find your voice too…and your purpose!
Two things I want to leave you with (technically 3)…
- What is your purpose? What a deep thought. Why do you do what you do? What mark do you want to leave on this earth? Leave a comment, shoot me a message, write it down for yourself – but state it somewhere.
- I can do hard things (and kinda feel like a badass when I do)…and SO CAN YOU! I’m not going to elaborate, as this is a whole separate blog post, but GO DO THE HARD THINGS!
Lastly, I told you I was going to give you permission every time I post to buy yourself flowers. I don’t care if you are a man or a woman, how old or young you are. Do you live near wild flowers and can pick them? Pick a few and put them in a vase or even a wine glass. It doesn’t need to cost you anything. You can also get small boquets at Trader Joe’s very cheap (I’m very sorry if you don’t live near a Trader Joe’s). Put a few flowers in your kitchen, bathroom and/or bedside table. I promise they will make you smile – what a magical way to start your day. A kind person in my life told me that beautiful people deserve beautiful flowers. Permission to buy yourself flowers!
