Your purpose in life
Let me break the myth of “big purpose” for you
Purpose isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s the quiet threads that hold the world together. Your purpose doesn’t need to be big, flashy, or world-changing. Often, it’s hiding in the small things you already love or naturally do.
Many believe, purpose = saving the world, becoming famous, or doing something monumental.
A woman once told me she felt broken because she didn’t know her “big purpose.”
She wasn’t curing diseases or standing on a stage inspiring thousands.
But every morning, she fed the stray cats in her neighborhood.
She sat with her friend on the phone for hours when they cried.
She painted little postcards and left them in coffee shops for strangers to find.
She thought these things were “small.”
But for the cats, the friend, the stranger — her purpose was everything.
Check out these cards below, can you relate? See what they say on the other side.
And yes, I know that it’s not that simple, but it is a start.
“I don’t think I have a purpose.”
You already do — the fact you’re here searching shows you care about growing.
“My purpose has to be something BIG.”
Nope — it can be small. Smiling at a stranger, feeding your pet, or making someone feel seen is purpose too.
“I feel like I’m failing at life.”
You’re not failing — you’re still learning. Even setbacks are part of your story.
“I don’t know what I’m passionate about.”
Start tiny — notice what gives you sparks of curiosity or peace, even for a moment.
“Depression makes me feel like nothing matters.”
Then your purpose right now is survival. Drinking water, taking one breath, or getting out of bed counts., even for a moment.
“Everyone else seems to have it figured out but me.”
Nobody truly has it all figured out — they’re just on different chapters of their story.
“I overthink everything, so I never start.”
Purpose isn’t found in overthinking — it’s discovered in small actions, one step at a time.
“I’ve wasted too much time already.”
Nothing is wasted — even detours shape your journey. Today is the perfect day to start.
“I’m scared my purpose won’t be good enough.”
If it gives you energy and helps even one person (including you), it’s more than enough.
Let’s go a bit further
After you respond to the below questions, the reflections will tell you what energizes you, what you enjoy, and what you’re naturally drawn to — your purpose often sits at the intersection of these areas.
Now, that you know , what energizes you and what you are drawn too, let’s find out your actual purpose
Go through the steps and get what you are looking for:
Step 1: Follow the Clues
Imagine your quiz answers are little breadcrumbs scattered through the forest of your life. Each one is pointing you toward something bigger. Do you see patterns?
- Some clues shine with creativity (making, imagining, expressing).
- Others sparkle with problem-solving (organizing, building, fixing).
- Some glow with connection (helping, supporting, uplifting).
- Circle the ones that light up inside you. Those are the first sparks of your “why.”
Step 2: Connect the Treasures
Now, imagine you’re opening a treasure chest with three compartments:
- Things you’re good at
- Things you love doing
- Things that help others
Your purpose lives where these treasures overlap.
- Creativity + helping → teaching, inspiring, creating art that heals.
- Problem-solving + creativity → designing, inventing, building.
- Helping + structure → coaching, organizing, guiding others.
Step 3: Test the Magic in Real Life
Your purpose isn’t just an idea — it’s a feeling. Like when you step into flow and time disappears. Ask yourself:
- What makes the hours fly by?
- When do I feel alive, proud, or buzzing with energy?
- What leaves me smiling long after it’s done?
These are moments when you touch your purpose. Pay attention — your heart already knows.
Step 4: Write Your Spell
Every adventurer needs a guiding spell. Take your top 2–3 themes and craft a simple, living sentence:
- “I create and organise things that bring joy or help others feel supported.”
- “I use my creativity to inspire, connect, and teach people.”
Don’t worry about perfection. It’s a compass, not a contract.
Step 5: Start Your Side Quests
Instead of hunting for one giant “life purpose,” try tiny experiments — like side quests in your story.
- Each week, pick one small project that fits your themes.
- Afterward, ask: Did this make me feel alive? Did it help someone? Did it spark joy?
Over time, a pattern will emerge. That pattern is your purpose in action.
Your purpose isn’t a single monumental thing. It’s a set of activities and approaches where your natural tendencies meet impact — the things you enjoy, are good at, and feel meaningful doing.
Purpose is not a destination. It’s a thread, weaving through small things you do every day. Let yourself follow the sparks, and the path will reveal itself
My own purpose journey:
I decided to walk through this little adventure myself, and here’s what I discovered.
When I thought back to what I loved as a child, I remembered dancing, creating, building with clay, playing make-believe, and helping others. Those were my first breadcrumbs.
Then I asked myself when I feel most alive today — the answer was clear: when I’m creating something meaningful that helps others. Whether it’s building in 3D, designing this website, or guiding people in virtual reality, that’s when I feel most at peace and energized.
If energy and money didn’t matter, I’d spend my days creating endlessly — building my projects, growing my business, and finding ways to support people through my work.
And when I looked at what people often thank me for, the words that came up were kindness and empathy.
Putting it all together, I noticed a theme: I’m most alive when I’m creating, solving problems, and helping others.
So I combined those into a guiding sentence:
👉 “I create and organise things that bring joy or help others feel supported.”
Now, every time I try a new “mini project” — whether it’s making videos, building 3D worlds, or designing flashcards to help people learn — I ask myself: Did this light me up? Did it help someone else? Each little experiment confirms that my purpose is already here, in the things I love doing.