Monday, May 31, 2010

Promote Health and Wealth - Flow with Personally Defined Purpose

Being in Flow is knowing one's purpose, one's intention, is more than just saying a a few words. Sure vision and mission statements may easily roll of the tongue. But, this is where I believe one can get into trouble because we often times have adopted someone else's words, ideas and vision and don't know what we want or need at all.

Because we are social beings, we do have m any personal and professional connection. Some people more than others. When we have clearly defined our resolution for what we are,how we live our lives becomes so much healthier and successful, not just in dollars, but in so many ways.

For example, I asked a person a few months ago that had been looking for a job for over a year, "What is important to you?" Their first response - "I want a job."

I knew instantly that was a really superficial answer and so I asked another question, "What do you really, really want to do?"

This stopped the person short and totally transformed how they were thinking about what they wanted and needed. Their response was that they did not remember ever being asked that question. We sat in silence for a few minutes and then they responded with calm conviction, "I want to help people."

We certainly had a lot more work to do, but we immediately decided to focus on helping others, rather than just "getting a job." This opened the door for them to view their talents and interests, as well as their challenges and areas to develop, in a totally different manner. In a few weeks, that person found a job where they help people. The additional benefits, more money than they expected and a great team to work with. They moved into flow once their personal purpose became clear.

This is just one example. I see it over and over again for others, as well as myself.

How about you, any tips for clarifying one's purpose to get in the flow?

All the best in health and wealth,

Laura

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