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themeaningoflifepodcast · 2 months ago

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How to Find My Purpose in Life?: A Practical Guide to Uncovering Your Calling

Feeling lost? We cut through the noise and offer actionable steps to help you explore your values, passions, and the impact you want to make, guiding you towards your unique purpose.

The Universal Longing: The Desire for Direction

One of the most common questions I hear is: How to find my purpose in life? It's a big one, and it can feel overwhelming if you're staring at a blank map. But finding your purpose isn't about discovering some pre-written destiny; it's about actively exploring and creating a path that resonates with your deepest self.

Step 1: Introspection - Tuning Inward to Your Values

The journey to finding your purpose often begins with looking inward. What truly matters to you? What are your core values? These are the principles that guide your decisions and give your life meaning. Take some time for honest self-reflection. What do you stand for? What makes you feel a sense of integrity? Understanding your values is a crucial first step in discovering your purpose.

Step 2: Exploration - Following Your Curiosity and Passions

What lights you up? What do you genuinely enjoy doing? Your passions can be powerful indicators of your purpose. They're the activities that make you lose track of time and feel truly engaged. Don't dismiss those hobbies or interests as mere distractions. They might hold clues to how to find meaning and direction in your life. Experiment, try new things, and pay attention to what sparks your curiosity.

Step 3: Impact - Considering How You Want to Contribute

Purpose often involves a sense of contribution, of making a difference in the world, however big or small. Think about the impact you want to have. What problems do you care about? How can your unique skills and talents be used to serve others or make the world a better place? This doesn't necessarily mean grand gestures; even small acts of kindness and contribution can be deeply purposeful. Consider how to live a life of purpose through your actions.

Step 4: Experimentation - Taking Small Steps and Learning

Finding your purpose isn't usually an overnight revelation. It's a process of experimentation. Try different things, volunteer, take a class, start a side project. Pay attention to what feels fulfilling and what doesn't. Don't be afraid to pivot or change direction. Each experience, even the ones that don't feel like a perfect fit, can offer valuable insights on how to find your calling.

Step 5: Patience and Self-Compassion - It's a Journey, Not a Race

Be patient with yourself. The search for purpose can take time, and there will be moments of uncertainty and doubt. Practice self-compassion and remember that it's a journey, not a race. There's no "right" timeline for finding your life's purpose. Keep exploring, keep reflecting, and trust the process.

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"The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

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deadpoetsandlivinglegends · 5 months ago

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Feel like Neil couldn’t have been any other kind of actor than one in theatre. If he was a movie actor or on social media or whatnot, it would not be the same. Theatre by nature is fleeting. Recorded mediums can be rewatched over and over, creating a time loop of sorts. We the audience can keep going back to a time when Neil is still alive. Theatre however is live and once the play is over, there is no going back except in our memories. It is much like life. We are forced to live in the moment in a theater lest we miss it altogether. It’s not that the poets choose to live in a world where Neil is dead, it’s that they must because the only other option is to die themselves. I feel like Keatings teachings could only be reflected in stage theatre because that’s the only way there can be no time loop of grief. I think dead poets society itself isn’t about overcoming the authority in your life to do what you want but rather about grief, about allowing oneself to feel grief and all one’s emotions without letting it consume you and to keep living after, to live every day in the moment lest you fall into grief and regret that will destroy you or force you into a miserable life

#just silly ramblings don’t mind me just ignore me 🫣#keating was teaching the boys catharsis as a means of survival and how to process their emotions so they don’t overcome them in a world #that convinces them to pretend they don’t feel at all; that’s why he focuses on the romantics rather than the realists because the romantic #is there to help you process your emotions of sorrow and joy; and that’s why he told Charlie he was misunderstanding the teachings when he #was acting out but not Neil when Neil was trying to get out of the grief over the person he wishes he could be; keating taught him that his #father was standing over an empty grave grieving the son he wanted and that Neil doesn’t have to lie in that grave just to satisfy his #fathers grief but can go to his father as he is and ask him to accept this version of himself and the son he is and his father rejected and #that is why Neil thought the only way to truly overcome his father was by allowing his father to grieve him over grieving the son he wanted #and Mr. Keating was crying over Neil but we don’t see him rage out like the school; Mr. Keating grieved Neil and moved forward with life #whereas all the other administration and Neil’s father will not be able to because they refuse to recognize any emotion but rage so they #feel they must go on a wrathful journey to try to process their grief; idk I think the whole story was about teaching the boys not to be #afraid of their emotions and that they must feel their emotions to process them and get through and I think this message just happens to be #counter to the norm we were told our whole lives but also necessary to be full people and I think that is why this movie sticks with so #many and why so many hold it so dear to them; it’s a story about grief and emotions and moving forward with life after the fact #it’s about feeling in a world that tries to convince you that there are ‘bad’ emotions and that you must not feel certain things and that’s #where overcoming authority comes in and the anti authority message of the franchise stems from #neil perry #dead poets society #dps #dead poets fandom #dps fandom #mr keating #john keating #dps symposium

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egoarc4de · 7 months ago

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finished succession again, found some kenstewy wips from way back

#overcome...#me as the whiteboard explaining gif: heres how i can still save kendall #i miss everyday that ao3 collection of kenstewy arts... where did it go... who was the artist... if you know please tell me #wip #finishing up a really weird oneshot soon too.#i hate my job so i need to be distracted at all times #s4 is so good though it was weird watching it when it was airing esp with how the fandom was... but it;s so good #what a fucking finale #anyway heres how kenstewy can still win.#actually heres how kendall can survive and overcome through the power of friendship with his dad's old body man.#has anyone written that yet #if not...#anyway sorry i needed to ramble #succession #tagging for my own blog #cw suggestive #is it insane to anyone else how like. empty. the fandom space is now. like hello is anyone there.

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cinnbar-bun · 2 months ago

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I hope this isn’t a weird question and I’m asking like,,, very nicely because I’m just curious because you often discuss novels but why do you like American Psycho? Like just cuz it’s a horror or smth? Your other recommendations were interesting so I was wondering what your thoughts are

Not weird at all, but sorry the English major in me is gonna pop the hell out and sorry this will be boring and long because I have so many feelings on the book and the movie and the other Ellis novels in general and I think some literary theory being applied to it really takes it beyond its shallow surface viewing of “guy who kills people”.

I will try to keep this short somewhat and I will try to avoid getting graphic and spoilery but beyond that, I do wanna start off with as a WOC in America I’ve always loved stories that tackle the American condition and ideology. It’s easy to write it off sometimes- what’s the difference if X story is in England for example and while yes that can be true, I feel most of the novels I hold important to me (Ellis, Toni Morrison, etc.) is a uniquely American thing. It’s so rooted in American culture and societal values it just personally touches me as a woc who has immigrant parents.

Now tying it back into the last paragraph, American Psycho is at its core a satire, and the novel is especially important for its place during Reagan’s presidency (and honestly a lot of the problems in the novel ARE traced back to Reagan’s policies and Reaganomics), presumably before Black Monday- so this is PEAK Reagan era American consumerist before what is going to be the worst economic crash in the world since the Great Depression.

Patrick is a symptom of the larger problem Ellis tackles- Yuppie culture and American consumption as well as identity politics. I’ve seen the theories of Patrick being a repressed gay man and I thought similarly along with coinciding with Ellis being a gay man who said that Patrick was something of Ellis’s own thoughts at the time. Patrick’s rage I kinda related to in a way (and not in Gahhhhhh I’m gonna murder and drug people!!) but as a warped sense of self and self hatred and repression for what you are.

And before you get the idea that means, Oh so Ellis is a fucking weirdo- I mean, maybe- but you have to read deeper into that and it’s that Patrick has no identity. Sure we read about him, but he effectively has no identity or connection to others. He is routinely mistaken for others, reality is a false construct, perhaps he did nothing or perhaps he did everything he said he did. The ways you can examine American Psycho over and over again is soooooo incredible. Whether it’s from a racial, sexual, or cultural lens I like to take a moment because yes the graphic violence is jarring but that is the point. It’s an over the top parody of what is the real issue- identity and culture. Ex: Patrick is a repressed gay man so he actively goes after women to lie/convince himself otherwise, Patrick is a white man with a rich dad so he gets away with it, Patrick is so empty inside he has to turn to substance abuse and cruelty to get any feeling, Patrick is so lost on who he is he is mistaken for XYZ.

The movie does make the satirical aspects more clear because Christian Bale is performing as Patrick in such an exaggerated way that it’s comical and emphasizes how ridiculous this shit is. I also think as time goes on the novel becomes more ‘important’ and very reflective of the world we live in (considering Patrick is such a fan of Trump to the point of idol worship and needing to be consoled by Trumpisms and this was New York in the late 1880s so like even then that was ridiculous) especially with our current situation now it’s a bit of something to reflect on imo.

So yeah! Just a condensed form of what I feel but honestly I feel and think and have thought waayyyyy more about the film and novel and every progressive viewing or reading as I get older always highlights something new to me. Ellis also is an interesting writer to me, can’t say if he’ll be good for you but in American Psycho specifically as an example because they all spend so much time describing outfits and brands, Ellis knew that people would just skip ahead whenever they did so he just started describing wackier shit and the details about for example Patrick taking his clothes to the laundromat it’s so much more thoughtful than you think.

#rambles #book recomendations #book ramblings #American psycho #guys I’m sorry you’re seeing everything about it now but like ???? this damn thing.#the everything. it’s just a worm in my brain and it decided to pop up rn I wanna reread and rewatch it again #also hope you guys don’t mind the rambles I have a degree in English bruv #I wanna discuss literature I wanna be a fucking loser and go nuts on literary theory #and I have nowhere else to do it so OOPS yall get it #anyways Patrick is the worstie to me ever. I hope he dies #sorry this is how yall had to find out the rabbit hole that is my thoughts on American Psycho #also it inspired a bit of my fic American Dreams for Funny Valentine I’m so UAGSHDJDJJFKF #on a more personal note I’m not gonna get too into it because like it’s personal obviously #but the yuppie and corporate/business culture in general is one I despise but it kinda helps me think of myself and my experiences #it’s kind of comforting in a way to have something acknowledging just how fucking empty and banal that existence is #and maybe that’s depressing to say but it’s helped me overcome my troubles somewhat #but yeah!! feel free to always ask about my thoughts on certain works or topics I can always give it my opinion if I can

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chaoticgoodcaptain · 2 months ago

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i'm gonna be completely honest with you, when i tell you that the 15th season of nuwho single-handedly brought back my whovian phase that i have not seen since i was 17 years old, i love every episode, sometimes i cannot genuinely predict where that episode will go but when it goes somewhere it feels rewarding, i feel excitement and shivers while watching the show, i feel tempted to create theories, and for someone who's watched over 6 months of serialized content those are such precious things to experience

and next week, we are getting a Nigerian episode TˇT TˇT

is this a dream? like am i dreaming? is this real? is my pookie time-travelling show really this good?

#don't take me wrong i watched through the whole chris chibnall era but the episodes in most cases were a bit lacking in the social-#commentary department #or maybe that is not rightly expressed idk but what i mean is that the episodes just felt like the issues discussed were more of a setting-#rather than the message of the story as a whole #so in a way the stories felt a bit empty #i think the 14th season still struggled with this to some extent #but season 15? we are so back!#and ncuti gatwa is about 3 episodes away from becoming my favorite doctor (overcoming screenwriting trust issues is hard yk but could be-#even less episodes than that hehe who knows)#anyway i am yapping too much now but we. are. so. baaack!!!#doctor who #doctor who season 15 #ncuti gatwa

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quotelr · 2 months ago

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Whether your glass is half full or half empty, hope can fill it up.

Matshona Dhliwayo

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ironyscleverer · 2 years ago

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doing a reread of the lockwood books and-

Show!Lucy: I am traumatized by the death of my female best friend whom I was best friends with. I know how to do a perfect smokey eye. I wish I was dead, but not as much as Lockwood. I eat biscuits funny.

Book!Lucy: I hate anything remotely feminine so fucking much. I have Zero female friends for a solid three books. I'm incredibly nosy and need to know everything, all the time, especially if it's about Lockwood. I don't wish I was dead but I wish I could kill. In fact I can, and I have.

Both: Brown women make me extremely jealous and insecure. Chucking things (e.g. swords) is a valid solution to most problems.

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transmechanicus · 10 months ago

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Woke up from my little power outage nap and couldn’t even manage to eat a full box of macked cheese, grad school will fuck you up for life kids, do it at your own risk.

#my stuff #i don’t like to admit it but i’ve developed a complicated relationship with food #i’m a rational person i know food is important and i feel hunger and when i do i want to eat #but due to the hassle of meal prep and my tight finances i basically only eat one meal a day at the end and use coffee to power through #often until like 6pm #which i know is not good in a general or transition sense #and when i was first starting to fall into this pattern i would eat A TON at night to make up for it #but sometime during my grief in march n april i developed #a psychological difficulty with finishing food. like executive dysfunction and insecurity hoarding combined #and also i sometimes get nauseous midway through eating #or rapidly feel full after being doubled over from hunger cramps and then hungry again an hour later #and above all else it’s annoying bc its subconscious or physiological and it makes it hard to overcome #and even if i was provided 3 meals a day i’d probably struggle to stomach eating that freq in any significant amount #i feel like when my stomach is empty it tries to quasi hibernate until last minute and then goes ravenous #much like me emotionally but that’s a different tag rant #anyways another complication is ‘sleep for dinner’ right when i get home which fucks up my eating AND sleep schedule #all this bullshit when i’m a scientist who has taken metabolism classes and knows my body is getting wrecked from this #so i’m guilty as fuck abt it🙂‍↕️

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ricegay · 2 months ago

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i feel so empty 🙂👍 for the first time in my life i feel like i'm actually making progress on my 'life path' whatever that means but at the same time everything that matters to me has been slowly slipping away my relationships my stability my interests my sense of self

#and i'm always just swinging between being overcome with joy and then extreme anxiety and panic attacks and then this complete emptiness #sometimes like all in the same day #⭐

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themeaningoflifepodcast · 29 days ago

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ep.8 - Unleash Your Damn Voice: The Meaning of Life Podcast

This episode of "The Meaning of Life Podcast" with Matthew focuses on the importance of finding and using your authentic voice. The host, Matthew, emphasizes that in a world filled with noise, speaking your truth allows for deeper connection with others, inspires change, and challenges the status quo.

The episode also offers practical steps like understanding your values, practicing vulnerability, and challenging existing norms. The episode also touches on the historical struggle for freedom of speech and the host encourages listeners to use their voices for good and not let them be silenced.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is your authentic voice considered powerful?

Your authentic voice, your authentic truth, is described as your most powerful tool. When you speak your truth, you can connect with others on a deeper level, inspire change, challenge the status quo, and create a ripple effect.

What makes it difficult to find or speak your authentic voice?

It can be easy to lose sight of who we are and what we believe because we are bombarded with opinions, expectations, and "shoulds".

How can someone use their voice for good?

You can use your voice for good by speaking up for what you believe in, advocating for those who are marginalized, and creating positive change.

What if someone is afraid of being judged when speaking their truth?

According to the podcast, judgment is inevitable, but your truth is always worth the risk.

What if someone feels like their voice doesn't matter?

The host states that every voice matters and every perspective is unique, so you should not underestimate the power of your words.

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#big questions #living with meaning #overcoming emptiness #existentialism #personal growth #philosophy #reality #meaning of life #finding purpose #understanding reality #Youtube

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pissmotif · 4 months ago

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i’ve gone through the 5 stages of mental illness this morning

#stage 1: pure elation. happy as a fucking clam #stage 2: realising that the elation was annoying to other people. feel dread overcome you at being Like That #stage 3: empty.#stage 4: there’s someone out there right now hunting me for sport #stage 5: i should’ve stayed in bed

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butchreyes · 8 months ago

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god i've had such bad writers block lately. which i guess in a way i anticipated would happen when i went back to school full-time, but alas. like today i spent an hour staring at a doc, knowing exactly what i wanted to convey but completely forgetting how to actually say anything.

#plus for some reason i decided to write this particular wip in past tense which i hardly ever do with fic and that's really throwing me off #on top of everything else #i know it's such a first world problem and i go through unproductive phases a few times a year but still #i always feel so empty when i can't tap into my creative outlets #plus there's this pressure to strike while the iron is hot and turn something out before the show ends #but i just like. idk i just don't have it in me right now #sorry for randomly being a downer in the middle of sexy times #idk i was just overcome with a wave of sadness as i realized i completely failed to make progress with this wip today

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quotelr · 3 months ago

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Whether your glass is half full or half empty, hope can fill it up.

Matshona Dhliwayo

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boydykewannabe · 2 years ago

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i feel so adult in the best possible way lmao

#i just got home from a 10 day solo trip. that i planned funded and executed all by myself #and i emptied my bag separated what needed to be cleaned put a load in the washing maching and took a shower #w all the self care that entails #im super proud of myself quite honestly. i never thought id be able to do anything like this #improvise adapt overcome your way into healing girlies it takes some time but oo it feels so validating #that being said i May be munching on some gummies that i got from the airport cause theres Nothing else to eat #plus it Is 1am so im giving myself a pass on not cooking rn

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themeaningoflifepodcast · 30 days ago

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ep.7 - What's Left When You're Dust?: The Meaning of Life Podcast

This episode of "The Meaning of Life Podcast" with Matthew explores the concept of legacy, emphasizing that it's not about fame or wealth, but the impact and ripples one creates through their actions and relationships. It suggests that legacy is built through a daily practice of living one's values, investing in connections, sharing wisdom, and taking risks.

The episode also highlights that everyone has something to offer, regardless of status, and that ancient philosophies also valued a virtuous life as a core component of legacy. The overarching message is that your life is your legacy, with every choice and action contributing to the story left behind.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "long game of meaning" or legacy discussed in the podcast?

The "long game of meaning" refers to your legacy – the mark you will leave on the world. It's about looking beyond the daily grind, small wins, and losses, focusing on what matters in the long run: the impact you have and the difference you make.

Is legacy only about monuments, fame, or status?

No, according to the podcast, legacy isn't about monuments or fame. It's also explicitly stated that legacy is about impact, not status.

What is legacy truly about, according to the podcast?

Legacy is about the ripples you create, the lives you touch, the values you pass on, and the change you inspire. It's about asking yourself what you want to be remembered for, not in a grand historical sense, but in the hearts and minds of the people around you, the people you love. Ultimately, the message of the day is: Your life is your legacy.

What is a practical tip offered for starting to build legacy today?

A helpful tip is to think about one small thing you could do today to make a positive impact. This could be a kind word, a helping hand, or a moment of connection. The key is to "Just do it" and start building your legacy.

Do I need to be rich or famous to have a legacy?

No, the podcast directly addresses this question, stating that legacy is about impact, not status. A kind word to a stranger or a loved one can mean a lot and contribute to your legacy.

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Who am I, meaning of life, finding purpose, reality, self-identity, nature of self, individual identity, self-awareness, sense of self, exploring self, understanding identity

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Blog Disclaimer:

The content on this blog reflects the author's personal views and for general information only, not professional advice. We're sharing perspectives, and you're responsible for how you use this information. We're not liable for any outcomes. Think of this as a conversation – your insights and actions are your own.

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The Meaning of Life Podcast

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/tmolpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TMOLPODCAST

Please Read Below:

Episodes are originally distributed on Spotify. All episodes are then re-uploaded and published onto YouTube 24-hours after the original publication date.

Podcast Disclaimer:

Please note that 'The Meaning of Life Podcast' explores complex and personal topics. The views and discussions presented are intended for thought-provoking exploration and should not be taken as definitive life advice. Listen with an open mind and consider what resonates with your own experiences and values.

#meaning of life #big questions #living with meaning #overcoming emptiness #personal growth #existentialism #reality #finding purpose #philosophy #understanding reality #Youtube

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schrodingers-catgirl · 1 month ago

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ivan alien stage. lies down in a field of grass and is swallowed by the ground

#I LOVE CHARACTERS WHO HAVE SOMETHING WRONG WITH THEM‼️‼️‼️‼️ I LOVE CHARACTERS WHO ARE OVERCOME WITH AN UNENDING LONELINESS‼️‼️‼️#at the end of this story there is only a cold spot #filled with blood and empty air #AHHHHHHHHHHHHH. AHHHHHHHHHHHG. anyway!

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