How To Find Meaning In Work And Life

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The question is, ‘Are you taking the time to explore … possibilities?’

‘Everything reinforces everything else.’

Life is best lived when we experience it seemlessly and holistically, with body, mind, and spirit conspiring together for the good of the whole person.’

Adversity and suffering are useful in sculpting a life. It prepares us to appreciate the range of life experiences and what each can teach us.’

Authentic people view failure not as the end, but as the beginning of a journey of discovery grounded in humility.’

‘Authentic leaders understand their vulnerabilities.’

Pride is our Achilles’ heel and is utterly destructive to a life hungering for meaning.’

‘The only way to open the door to forgiveness is to separate people from their acts.’

Grateful people thrive because they pay attention to the right things.’

Great minds embrace a lifestyle of integration, understanding that insights and discoveries frequently arise by associations in different parts of the brain, often when we appear ‘distracted’ and unfocused.’

‘Only when we see our life’s purpose through the lens of service and caring are we truly fulfilled.’

Source:

J. Douglas Holladay (2020). Rethinking Success: Eight Essential Practices for Finding Meaning in Work and Life

‘How Have You Been Brave Recently?’

You can face what is going on in your life. Do not run away from it. Do not abandon it. Do not wait for anyone to help you. Because no one is going to help you. You can help yourself. You can fix your life. You have what it takes to recreate your life.

Before you give your power away to others, remember that you are responsible for your life. You are responsible for making your life better. If you don’t face what you are going through in your life, it will never go away. According to Bob Goff, ‘Adversity isn’t going to evaporate anytime soon; however, we can face it boldly with a big, brave humble love.’ And you can face it. Again, according to Bob, if you can’t face it, then ‘get used to it.’