Purpose & Potential

There is an emptiness that fills the heart of many that is masked as boredom with the regular rhythm of life. This emptiness that pricks the heart of many may be filled by a singular decision. Yet many lack the determination and openness to seek out that which can fill that gap in their hearts, attributing it to the mundanity of life.

Close friends saw me as one who is very focussed and clear about what I want to do. From graduation till now, my focus remains unmoved. I am still in the profession of my choice; passionate about what I do. Not that my path at work had been smoothsailing but because I strongly believed in what I do for the impact it has and can create in the life of others and myself.

In spite of this clarity, there were times strong consciousness of a void in my life. I questioned hard if that was all life was about. Much as I enjoyed what I did, I could not believe that life would be about doing what I do for decades. What does it contribute to at the end of the day? It seemed meaningless. I asked people around and no one had an answer for me. In fact, it was discouraging that no one thought about that. They said, "you think too much. Only middle aged people think that."

I had no answer for years. Only in early 2004 was I brought to the truth. Life's not a routine at all. It's not meant to be just lived out and *poof!* our body decays and we disappear into nothingness. Not like that at all! Life comes ALIVE! only when:

(1) you discover the primary purpose for your existence; and

(2) you act on the keen desire to maximize the purpose of your living.

A purpose-driven life begins with identifying one's Source of life. What is the source that gives you your breath of life? You exist for a specific reason. Would you not want to find out what it is?

No medium, fortune-teller, psychic or tarot card reader can tell you that. I am confident to say so because I have tried that. Instead, I would suggest that you look around you for those who have an assurance of what their life is about. Ask them about the source of their confidence and meaning of life. With an open heart, listen to what they share. I guarantee you that you too shall find the answer.

To maximise the purpose of your living is to uncover and unleash the potential in you for the primary cause of your existence. It would involve a constant stretching out of your comfort zone (self-imposed limit of capacity) to increase the effectiveness and use of your talents, skills and knowledge. Enhance on your strengths and a better person you will become. Be open to correction and greatness shall follow as you seek to operate in excellence.

Live LIFE! Experience it well!