Hi Readers & Friends,
Last post I wrote a bit about purpose and what that means to me. Hopefully, it got those of you who read it thinking about your own purpose. Today, I want to add to it and write about passion.
The first big talk I ever gave to writers occurred at the Southern California Writer's Conference in San Diego several years ago. Not only was I really nervous to give a talk in front of my peers, but I also hoped what I spoke about would truly resonate with the audience whether or not they continued with their writing path or went a different route. I thought long and hard about what I wanted my message to be. What it came down to is my ideology on what it takes to be a good writer and in reality what it takes to really be good and achieve at anything in life. I call it the "Five P's."
The first was obviously...PURPOSE. Have you discovered what your purpose really is? We all have one. We have this life to live here and I truly believe no one was put here by accident. There is a purpose we all have and whether or not you discover that as a kid, in middle age or even as a senior...I think to live a fulfilling life that exploring what your purpose here in this world and for yourself and those you love is important. But, I already wrote about purpose so you can check that out from the last post. 😊
PASSION is my second "p" and it goes along with purpose. A great quote from Bishop T.D. Jakes is "If you can't figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right to your purpose."
Ask yourself...what do you love in this world? Is it helping others? Is it writing? Is it singing? Is it math? Is it yoga? Is it animals? The list is endless, right? And, when you know what makes you truly tick and what you really love (and it can be many things) then dive in wholeheartedly. Don't hold back. Life is short. It really is. It's too short not to take risks, not to dive off the deep end once in awhile and see what happens. I've found that if I do what I love and I do it passionately that I feel a sense of peace and happiness from within. There is nothing to lose when we stretch ourselves because we are passionate about something. For me, that might mean writing outside of my comfort zone if I'm inspired by a story. It's probably why I've written in a variety of genres. I'm passionate about the stories themselves and they inspire me, not so much what sells for me because it's where I've built a readership. It's because I love what I'm writing at that moment. I try hard to achieve this in every aspect in my life whether it be in taking care of my family, singing in the car, dancing by myself in my room, falling in love, cooking a meal and in so many other areas. Passion means truly living. It doesn't mean that everything will always be rosy and wonderful but it does mean that you will likely have a life with zero regrets. One last quote (those of you who know me, know I really like quotes)... "There is no passion to be found playing small--in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living." Nelson Mandela
So, what are you passionate about and are you living a passionate life? What does living a passionate life mean to you?
XO,
Michele
PS...Next week I'll write about the third "P"
Last post I wrote a bit about purpose and what that means to me. Hopefully, it got those of you who read it thinking about your own purpose. Today, I want to add to it and write about passion.
The first big talk I ever gave to writers occurred at the Southern California Writer's Conference in San Diego several years ago. Not only was I really nervous to give a talk in front of my peers, but I also hoped what I spoke about would truly resonate with the audience whether or not they continued with their writing path or went a different route. I thought long and hard about what I wanted my message to be. What it came down to is my ideology on what it takes to be a good writer and in reality what it takes to really be good and achieve at anything in life. I call it the "Five P's."
The first was obviously...PURPOSE. Have you discovered what your purpose really is? We all have one. We have this life to live here and I truly believe no one was put here by accident. There is a purpose we all have and whether or not you discover that as a kid, in middle age or even as a senior...I think to live a fulfilling life that exploring what your purpose here in this world and for yourself and those you love is important. But, I already wrote about purpose so you can check that out from the last post. 😊
PASSION is my second "p" and it goes along with purpose. A great quote from Bishop T.D. Jakes is "If you can't figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right to your purpose."
Ask yourself...what do you love in this world? Is it helping others? Is it writing? Is it singing? Is it math? Is it yoga? Is it animals? The list is endless, right? And, when you know what makes you truly tick and what you really love (and it can be many things) then dive in wholeheartedly. Don't hold back. Life is short. It really is. It's too short not to take risks, not to dive off the deep end once in awhile and see what happens. I've found that if I do what I love and I do it passionately that I feel a sense of peace and happiness from within. There is nothing to lose when we stretch ourselves because we are passionate about something. For me, that might mean writing outside of my comfort zone if I'm inspired by a story. It's probably why I've written in a variety of genres. I'm passionate about the stories themselves and they inspire me, not so much what sells for me because it's where I've built a readership. It's because I love what I'm writing at that moment. I try hard to achieve this in every aspect in my life whether it be in taking care of my family, singing in the car, dancing by myself in my room, falling in love, cooking a meal and in so many other areas. Passion means truly living. It doesn't mean that everything will always be rosy and wonderful but it does mean that you will likely have a life with zero regrets. One last quote (those of you who know me, know I really like quotes)... "There is no passion to be found playing small--in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living." Nelson Mandela
So, what are you passionate about and are you living a passionate life? What does living a passionate life mean to you?
XO,
Michele
PS...Next week I'll write about the third "P"
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