Are you the type of person who still can’t answer the question “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Do you have something along the lines of“I’m just going with the flow”in your Tinder bio? If that cool guy vibe is working for you, go on with your bad self, but here’s the thing. Having a “purpose” has some pretty sweet benefits.
- What does having a purpose do for you?Recent studies show that having a purpose leads to a longer, healthier, and wealthier life. Think about it.If living longer with more money was the side effect of a pill, everyone in the world would take it.But maybe that’s not enough to sell you. How does better sleep and less risk of disease sound? Studies also say “purposeful living” is also linked to both of those things as well.
- How do you find your purpose?Three words:follow your joy.WriterRobert Wilsonsays “when you feel joy, it is such a powerful emotion that it speaks the truth from the depths of your subconscious.” Make a list of all the times you’ve been happy before and find what all those things have in common. And if you can’t figure it out, start adding more things to your list by forcing yourself to try new things. The more you volunteer, take classes, or learn new hobbies, the better the chance of you figuring out the passion you can throw yourself into!
Source:Psychology Today