After tuning in to the “The Diary of a CEO” podcast with Steven Bartlett and hearing Marie Forleo (world renowned coach) describe herself as a “Multipassionate Entrepreneur”, whose life’s work is centered on exploring the human condition and uncovering what drives our happiness, success, and ultimate flourishing, I felt inspired to write this blog post on passion.
Living a life fueled by passion involves uncovering your purpose and intentionally choosing to pursue what brings you the most joy and satisfaction. It entails aligning your goals and actions with your deepest values, interests, and desires. In this article, we will delve into the concept of living a passion-driven life and provide some useful tips for turning it into a reality.
Find Your Passion
The first step to living a passion-driven life is to find what you’re passionate about. It may take some soul-searching, but the key is to identify what makes you feel most alive and fulfilled. This could be a hobby, a cause, a career, or even a relationship. Spend some time reflecting on your past experiences, your natural talents, and your values to help you discover your passion.
Create a Vision
Once you have identified your passion, create a vision for your life. This involves setting goals and creating a plan to achieve them. Think about what you want to achieve in your life and how your passion can help you get there. Write down your goals and the steps you need to take to achieve them. Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.
Take Action
The next step is to take action towards your goals. This involves making a commitment to yourself and taking consistent action every day. Start by breaking down your goals into small, manageable steps and create a schedule to help you stay on track. Remember, every small step you take brings you closer to your vision.
Embrace Challenges
Living a passion-driven life doesn’t mean it’s always going to be easy. There will be obstacles and challenges along the way, but it’s how you respond to them that matters. Embrace challenges as an opportunity to grow and learn. Use them as a chance to refine your vision, goals, and plan. Remember, every challenge you overcome makes you stronger and more resilient.
Stay Committed
Finally, stay committed to your vision and passion. This means making it a priority in your life and making choices that align with your goals. Surround yourself with people who support and encourage you. Seek out mentors and coaches who can help you stay on track and provide guidance and accountability. Remember, living a passion-driven life is a journey, and staying committed is the key to success.
“You can do whatever you set your mind to if you just roll up your sleeves, get in there, and do it. Everything is figureoutable.” Marie Forloe Everything is Figureoutable
