Finding Purpose

What is your purpose?  If you don’t have an immediate answer, you are not alone.

Most people don’t know their purpose. One survey shows that only 10% of people would say they know what their life purpose is, and only 5% say they are following that purpose on a regular basis. But, by knowing your purpose, you’re creating a reference point for everything you do and create.

While the majority of people don’t know their purpose, they’re still looking for one. 68-73% of people say that finding their purpose is a major priority in their life.

But how do you find it?  We have some ideas…

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Finding Purpose Through Creativity, Exploration, Contribution, and Connection

Purpose. It's a big, mysterious word—one that can feel a little overwhelming if we’re honest. Yet, it’s also something all of us long for. Purpose isn’t this massive, far-off treasure waiting to be uncovered; instead, it's in the small, meaningful steps we take every day. What if we could craft a life of purpose by simply leaning into our natural tools—creativity, exploration, contribution, and connection?

Here’s how these four tools can guide you toward a life that feels rich, full, and deeply intentional.

1. Creativity: Paint Purpose with Your Own Colors

Remember the thrill of finger painting as a kid, slathering bold colors across the page with zero regard for “the rules”? That same unbridled creativity still lives inside each of us, even if life's demands and routines have hidden it away.

You don’t have to be an artist to tap into creativity. Whether it’s journaling your thoughts, cooking a new recipe, rearranging your living room, or capturing life through a camera lens, creativity allows you to both express who you are and discover who you’re becoming.

Here's the magic of creativity—it pushes us beyond the mundane. It allows us to see challenges as opportunities and routine moments as extraordinary. When we create, we bring something into the world that wasn’t there before, a beautiful reminder that we, too, have the power to shape our lives with intention.

Ask yourself this question today: What small act of creativity could bring me joy? Then go do it.

2. Exploration: Curiosity as Your Compass

Purpose doesn’t arrive in a neatly wrapped box bearing all the answers. Instead, it often whispers through uncharted paths, asking us to follow it with curiosity. Exploration isn’t about knowing where you’re going—it’s about being willing to wander.

You don’t have to travel far to explore. Start with your immediate world—visit that local bookstore you’ve walked past a hundred times, hike a nearby trail, try a hobby that intrigues you, or spark a conversation with someone new.

Exploration is a way of reminding ourselves that the world is full of wonders if we’re open to noticing them. Every unfamiliar adventure adds a layer of richness to our lives, like threads weaving together a bigger story.

The next time curiosity nudges you—follow it. It may just lead you to an insight or experience that redirects your entire sense of purpose.

3. Contribution: Leave a Little Joy Behind

At its core, purpose is often about giving. There’s a deep fulfillment that comes from contributing to something larger than yourself—a project, a cause, or even a small act of kindness.

Your contribution doesn’t need to change the world to matter. It could be as simple as sharing your passion with someone who’s curious, volunteering your time, mentoring someone, or uplifting a friend with words of encouragement. Even the tiniest ripple of kindness can spark unexpected waves in someone else’s life.

When we step outside ourselves and offer our talents, our attention, or our effort to others, we often find we feel more connected to not only them but to ourselves as well. Purpose thrives in these moments, gently reminding us that what we do leaves a mark.

Ask yourself today, How can I bring even a small ray of light to someone else’s world?

4. Connection: The Heartbeat of Purpose

Connections are where purpose grows roots. Whether with family, friends, colleagues, or strangers, the bonds we form remind us of our shared humanity.

Genuine connection invites us to both share and listen, to show up authentically and create space for others to do the same. A long hug with a parent, an unhurried conversation over coffee, or laughter shared with friends can remind us why we’re here—to love and to be loved.

Purpose isn’t built in isolation. It thrives in relationships. It’s nurtured by shared stories, mutual support, and the simple acts of being present with one another.

The next time you’re with someone you care about, take a moment to truly be there. Look them in the eye. Ask them how they’re really doing. And tell them what they mean to you. Connection isn’t just a tool for purpose—it’s the heartbeat.

Weave Your Life's Tapestry with Purpose

A life of purpose doesn’t need to be defined by grand missions or monumental achievements. Purpose is about finding meaning in the everyday—a laugh shared, a kindness given, a chance to create, a moment of discovery.

Every brushstroke of creativity, every curious step, every small act of contribution, and every meaningful connection is part of the tapestry that makes up a purposeful life.

Start small. Invite creativity, exploration, contribution, and connection into your day. Together, they’ll gently guide you toward a life that feels deeply fulfilling and uniquely yours.

And remember, the beauty of purpose isn’t just in finding it—it’s in creating it. One step, one moment, one day at a time