Purpose evolves throughout life, and what once brought joy may lose its significance as experiences and priorities change. Engagement in purposeful pursuits improves health and happiness, but it's important to recognize when a passion becomes stale. Research indicates that losing meaning in one activity prompts individuals to seek new ones, allowing for growth and renewed enthusiasm. This process-oriented approach emphasizes joy in activities rather than solely focusing on outcomes, highlighting the importance of meaningful connections with others in pursuing true purpose.
Each climb has a season. While some may last a lifetime, others might last only a few months or years. A purpose that lit you up at 30 may no longer resonate at 60.
By nature, what I refer to as "little p" purpose is process-oriented. It's about doing things that consistently bring you joy and meaning in the doing, not just the outcome.
Research shows that having a sense of purpose in life is linked to better health, more happiness, and even a longer lifespan.
When people lose a sense of purpose in one task, they tend to invest more deeply in a new, unrelated one to regain that sense of meaning.
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