As a human being, it is inevitable that one would ponder over their very existence. Often, this pondering and musing takes the shape of a serious dilemma. It could be so deep and serious that it could rob one of their peace of mind and give sleepless nights. Searching the answers to questions such as is there a purpose in life, becomes essential to proceed living.
If one embarks on a specific path, which is religious, scientific, political, or any other, a goal seems preset by what or who one follows. A purpose could be defined by means of the way of life, the actions to be done on a daily basis, or even the ultimate objective of that belief or path.
Some people live their lives according to the teachings of spiritual or religious leaders, who they call gurus. Their outlook to life and the way of living it is all governed by the belief system set by that religion or spiritual path. Their sense of meaning in this world is achieved by fulfilling what this cause demands of them.
If one believes in a certain scientific theory or system, it can lead to the providing of answers too. Most of the methods adopted in life will be found to be in accordance with this belief, and the person will tend to seek solutions to daily dilemmas also within this belief system
Not everyone on this earth, however, is fortunate to have a cause or following they can connect with. Not everyone has something to hold on to for searching meanings and looking for answers. A lot of mortals simply spend their life lost and aimless, only because they could not find a road they could travel, a mantra they could live by, or a calling that could define their beings.
There are also many who spend substantial amount of time pondering over this very question. They wonder why they are on this earth. They wonder what the meaning of their life is. They may even wonder if it is worth living any more if they have not found their purpose.
This is the time to stop and ask yourself if there is any point in creating such a predicament for yourself. Living with such doubts and miserable thoughts is actually what weighs one don, rather than the misery itself. So, better sense lies in seeking the answers within oneself, and finding the path by looking inward.
Here is an example. A person with no stringent religious or social beliefs could find his joy and peace in imparting education to children on the street. He may devote his entire being to this purpose and actually create a purposeful life out of no conventional belief system. As a professional, he may be a musician or architect, but as a human being, he could be this hero for underprivileged kids.
Another case such as the above may be that of a botany lover, who may not be a professional, but a visionary in her own way. She may devote her time and mind to research on certain types of plants that the others may deem worthy of little thought. This could be the purpose of her existence.
So we see that finding purpose in life is not something that comes from external force. Nor does it get created automatically. Purpose has to be worked upon, it has to be found within.
If one embarks on a specific path, which is religious, scientific, political, or any other, a goal seems preset by what or who one follows. A purpose could be defined by means of the way of life, the actions to be done on a daily basis, or even the ultimate objective of that belief or path.
Some people live their lives according to the teachings of spiritual or religious leaders, who they call gurus. Their outlook to life and the way of living it is all governed by the belief system set by that religion or spiritual path. Their sense of meaning in this world is achieved by fulfilling what this cause demands of them.
If one believes in a certain scientific theory or system, it can lead to the providing of answers too. Most of the methods adopted in life will be found to be in accordance with this belief, and the person will tend to seek solutions to daily dilemmas also within this belief system
Not everyone on this earth, however, is fortunate to have a cause or following they can connect with. Not everyone has something to hold on to for searching meanings and looking for answers. A lot of mortals simply spend their life lost and aimless, only because they could not find a road they could travel, a mantra they could live by, or a calling that could define their beings.
There are also many who spend substantial amount of time pondering over this very question. They wonder why they are on this earth. They wonder what the meaning of their life is. They may even wonder if it is worth living any more if they have not found their purpose.
This is the time to stop and ask yourself if there is any point in creating such a predicament for yourself. Living with such doubts and miserable thoughts is actually what weighs one don, rather than the misery itself. So, better sense lies in seeking the answers within oneself, and finding the path by looking inward.
Here is an example. A person with no stringent religious or social beliefs could find his joy and peace in imparting education to children on the street. He may devote his entire being to this purpose and actually create a purposeful life out of no conventional belief system. As a professional, he may be a musician or architect, but as a human being, he could be this hero for underprivileged kids.
Another case such as the above may be that of a botany lover, who may not be a professional, but a visionary in her own way. She may devote her time and mind to research on certain types of plants that the others may deem worthy of little thought. This could be the purpose of her existence.
So we see that finding purpose in life is not something that comes from external force. Nor does it get created automatically. Purpose has to be worked upon, it has to be found within.
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