I just got home from the funeral of a very close cousin. We were more like sisters than cousins. She was 6 years older than me and treated me like her little sister. Of course, it is these times, of life and death, when we begin to question our own lives. God, what is this life all about? I do believe that each of us has a purpose. I wrote this article last February when we had returned from a vacation but it is still very relevant, probably even more relevant now. I hope it is valuable to you. Let me know by posting your comments on my blog.
What is Your Purpose?
Dr. Myrna Sarowitz
I just got back from a wonderful, relaxing vacation. One of the joys for me about vacations is time. Time is a true gift, a gift to do what we can’t do during our busy workdays. I read a book entitled, “The Purpose of Your Life”, by Carol Adrienne. It was a joy to read and impacted me deeply.
Of course I have thought about this before, but this book gave me additional insights and new ways to look at the purpose of our lives. I believe that each one of us has a unique purpose in this life. I believe that we are each chosen to be on this planet at this particular time. No one is here by accident. We are all part of a universal plan.
When I was younger I thought that a good part of my purpose was to raise my children. I still believe that was true. I did my best to raise them to be good people. And of course I wanted them to find happiness, peace, and joy in their lives. I relish in their successes and I still hurt for them when they struggle. But they now have to make their own lives.
Now I believe that my purpose is to make this a better world in any way that I can. I can’t create world peace or write a great novel. But I can contribute to the world in my own way. While on vacation I realized how everyone influences those around him or her. As I was coming down in the elevator one of the cleaning staff gave me a lovely compliment. That compliment kept me floating for most of that day. Every one of us has that power each day to affect those around us.
Our purpose can be different at different times of our lives. Now another purpose that I have is to enjoy my six grandchildren. This is such a joy in my life because I can just love them as they are. I’m not the parent who has to be responsible for their schoolwork or their behavior in school. I’m not the one who has to make sure they eat healthy meals. In fact I spoil my grandkids with cookies and ice cream, as I never did with my own kids. And my own kids let me know how I’ve changed!
What a joy to love them exactly as they are. I just enjoy watching them enjoy life. In fact, my grandchildren are my greatest teachers. They know how to live in the present moment. I can remember being with my grandsons when they were two or three. They would squat down on the sidewalk to observe the activity of any insect. They were fascinated by bugs. And I was right there next to them looking at bugs in a whole new way.
Perhaps you have wondered, “Do I have a purpose in my life?” Well wonder no longer. You do have a purpose, perhaps several purposes. You are not here by accident. Life is like a huge patchwork quilt. If you were not here, there would be a hole in that quilt. The quilt would be incomplete.
I recommend this book, “The Purpose of Your Life” to anyone who is seeking to live a meaningful, fulfilling life.
Dr. Myrna Sarowitz
I just got back from a wonderful, relaxing vacation. One of the joys for me about vacations is time. Time is a true gift, a gift to do what we can’t do during our busy workdays. I read a book entitled, “The Purpose of Your Life”, by Carol Adrienne. It was a joy to read and impacted me deeply.
Of course I have thought about this before, but this book gave me additional insights and new ways to look at the purpose of our lives. I believe that each one of us has a unique purpose in this life. I believe that we are each chosen to be on this planet at this particular time. No one is here by accident. We are all part of a universal plan.
When I was younger I thought that a good part of my purpose was to raise my children. I still believe that was true. I did my best to raise them to be good people. And of course I wanted them to find happiness, peace, and joy in their lives. I relish in their successes and I still hurt for them when they struggle. But they now have to make their own lives.
Now I believe that my purpose is to make this a better world in any way that I can. I can’t create world peace or write a great novel. But I can contribute to the world in my own way. While on vacation I realized how everyone influences those around him or her. As I was coming down in the elevator one of the cleaning staff gave me a lovely compliment. That compliment kept me floating for most of that day. Every one of us has that power each day to affect those around us.
Our purpose can be different at different times of our lives. Now another purpose that I have is to enjoy my six grandchildren. This is such a joy in my life because I can just love them as they are. I’m not the parent who has to be responsible for their schoolwork or their behavior in school. I’m not the one who has to make sure they eat healthy meals. In fact I spoil my grandkids with cookies and ice cream, as I never did with my own kids. And my own kids let me know how I’ve changed!
What a joy to love them exactly as they are. I just enjoy watching them enjoy life. In fact, my grandchildren are my greatest teachers. They know how to live in the present moment. I can remember being with my grandsons when they were two or three. They would squat down on the sidewalk to observe the activity of any insect. They were fascinated by bugs. And I was right there next to them looking at bugs in a whole new way.
Perhaps you have wondered, “Do I have a purpose in my life?” Well wonder no longer. You do have a purpose, perhaps several purposes. You are not here by accident. Life is like a huge patchwork quilt. If you were not here, there would be a hole in that quilt. The quilt would be incomplete.
I recommend this book, “The Purpose of Your Life” to anyone who is seeking to live a meaningful, fulfilling life.
