Purpose: 'Having a sense of purpose is having a sense of self. A course to plot is a destination to hope for.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Purpose gives identity and direction; having a goal provides something to work toward.
- In plain terms
- Purpose helps you know who you are and where to go.
- What can you take from it?
- Define a clear purpose to guide your actions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives your life meaning?
- How do you stay focused when motivation fades?
Another view
Purpose can change over time.
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