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Observations: Meaning, Purpose, and Calling

(1/22/24)

I. Meaning

• Source: Internal, A Choice
• Effect: Connection, Humility
• Generates: Wonder, Imagination, Joy
• Sustainable: A moment to moment choice to give, receive, or dismiss it
• Demands: Curiosity
• Asks: Openness
• Manifestation: Lightness

II. Purpose

• Source: Internal, Self-Directed
• Effect: Regenerative
• Generates: Contentment, Praise
• Sustainable: Varies, may change with time
• Demands: Continuous Self-Expression
• Asks: Consistency
• Manifestation: Concentration, Curation

III. Calling

• Source: External, Divine
• Effect: Compelling, Undeniable, Choice-less
• Generates: Infinite Energy, Creativity, Fulfillment, Peace
• Sustainable: Longer-Term, may change with time
• Demands: Surrender
• Asks: Openness, Availability, Receptivity
• Manifestation: Devotion

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Related Observations

• Meaning, purpose, and calling seem to have different levels of profundity.
• They may also be viewed along a spectrum from broad to specific. For example, you may attribute meaning to each thing, while your calling may be narrowly defined.
• As you move deeper, or further along the spectrum, the demands of each become higher. Ironically, the higher the demand, the lighter it may feel.
• Each invites the other. When they are in concert, it’s Divine.

Your Invitation

Meaning, purpose, and calling may have different qualities for you, and may evolve with time. May this serve as your invitation to consider what they may be for you.