How To Find Purpose and Success in Your Work: A Critical Exploration of Values, Habits, and Spiritual Guidance from Leading Figures

Olivia Bussey
4 min readMar 14, 2024

Embarking on the path to purpose and success is often depicted as a journey of self-discovery, guided by the exploration of values, the cultivation of habits, and spiritual guidance. In this critical exploration, I explore the insights of prominent figures from various fields, examining their perspectives on values, habits, and the spiritual dimension of personal growth and fulfilment.

Understanding Values:

Les Brown, the motivational speaker, reminds us of the power of self-belief with his words, “Your level of belief in yourself will inevitably manifest itself in whatever you do.”

Viola Davis the esteemed actress echoes this sentiment, emphasising the importance of authenticity in the pursuit of purpose. Stating, I believe that the privilege of a lifetime is being who you are, truly being who you are.” These quotes underscore the importance of confidence and authenticity in aligning with our values and discovering our purpose.

In essence, confidence gives us the courage to explore and pursue our passions, while authenticity ensures that our pursuits are aligned with our true selves. Together, they serve as guiding principles in the journey of self-discovery, empowering us to uncover our values, define our purpose, and live a life that is meaningful and true to who we are.

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Olivia Bussey

Educator, coach & consultant empowering individuals to achieve their best through leadership coaching. Host of Empowerment Junction Podcast. Let’s grow together