Everyone born onto planet Earth have the potential to achieve extraordinary feats. The thing that blocks most people from achieving their goals is the negative beliefs that they hold about themselves, their circumstances and their capabilities. Yet, throughout history, some of the greatest things that have been invented, created and founded happened because brave individuals had the courage to set their sights on something larger than themselves and then set out to achieve it – often becoming rich and famous in the process. 

Unlike any of the other species currently occupying the planet, humans are highly complex creatures. Not only do we seek self knowledge and self development, but it’s essential for us to feel that we have made a difference and that we have something to believe in – a “life purpose”.  Sometimes your life purpose might be something you want to do, or it might be some way you want to be, but whatever it is, this thing will give your life meaning.

Between the 1st and 3rd century, B.C Patanjali wrote;

“When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bonds; your mind transcends limitations, your consciousness expands in every direction and you find yourself in a new, great and wonderful world.

Dormant forces, faculties and talents become alive and you discover you are a greater person by far you ever dreamed yourself to be.”

While it’s good to be clear about your career goals, family goals, weightloss goals and business goals, allowing time and space to fulfil the goals that will move you towards your passion and fulfilling your life purpose is also important. Think about what it is that truly makes your heart sing. What goals could you set yourself, beyond the realm of the personal, that will make a difference to the lives of other people?