In this blog I have written a lot about purpose and meaning in our lives. But the question that arises is what purpose do we choose? Is my purpose to be a great parent, a runner of marathons or do I have to end world hunger? As well, are each of these exclusives, can we only have one purpose? The answer can be seen in past great leaders, whether spiritual, political or other, as they have always embodied one single message. Ghandi is peaceful resistance, Churchill is courage in the face of adversity, King is equal rights for all.
While each of these leaders embodied one single message they accomplished much. Ghandi for instance sought to end British rule of India. However, to accomplish this feat he had to master many obstacles - with purposes or goals at the end - before he could accomplish this. He accomplished much on the way to his single purpose.
The answer to question of what is our purpose requires personal specifics. I believe that to truly accomplish change in the world, we must have one overriding purpose, one ultimate aim that we will dedicate our lives too. However, on the way to this one purpose, we can accomplish many things. Ghandi knew that he must first master his mind before he could force the British to leave India. If he had said that his purpose was simply to master himself he would have held back a great deed to the world.
In choosing your purpose, find that one thing, but see other goals that can be reached in order to build toward your main purpose. In my life I choose to be a great father, great child, learner of truth, among many other accomplishments yet I must also choose what my message will be, what my main purpose will be. When I look upon a crowd what one line will come to their minds?
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