Happiness Begins When You Know What You're Here For

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Everyone longs to live a purposeful life. You need intuition and persistence to discover what you're here to do, but childhood trauma can block this awareness, and keep you feeling trapped and unable to find your purpose. In this video I respond to a letter from someone who feels lost; hear my advice for steps to take to find and live your life's purpose.

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[Jenandr]

You are definitely in your gift, and we are so happy you are! You've inspired me over the last 2 years to really be in mine. Thank you!

[happyandfree]

This was me for many years. I cried out to Jesus to get me away from where I was living and He gave me a way out. It involved moving to a new state. The new surroundings opened my eyes to so many new possibilities for my life. The city had a vibrant energy, unlike the city I grew up in. I found joy there. I hope everyone reading this finds their way.

[wdlovesthee]

Its interesting because i felt at peace giving up the idea of a "purpose". I just decided to live a good life according to my values. Life is its own purpose. Humans may be the only animals who seek further instructions. So interesting.

[rachaelmccord]

I can’t seem to get over the time that was stolen from me that I won’t ever get back. It makes me so angry and panicked that I won’t make the most of what’s left.

[RoadRunnergarage]

53 years old and still in search of my gifts....

[peaceforyou-ag]

It's not about knowing your gifts but healing your co-dependant patterns enough so you may connect with and express these gifts.

[cristinaroe]

Dear Anna, my life has been to date quite empty. I have had so much trauma plus I had a terrible time with medics and psychiatrists who still haven't diagnosed me properly. I have had to work these out myself after much research. I have never known what to do or be because during childhood I wasn't allowed to be myself and received no encouragement and wasn't listened to. I believe I am also on the autistic spectrum just to complicate matters. So you can imagine just how confusing and frustrating life has been, having missed so many of my targets and developmental stages whilst waiting round for therapies that didn't properly address my issues. I feel quite drained now and washed out. I wonder if I've completely missed out or ever achieve anything. I feel so sad and also live alone which I find a lonely and constant struggle. Most men don't want to help and are too selfish to love and care for a woman who's different. I do pray that this will happen one day after all my suffering and struggles. I pray God will strengthen me and that my life won't be in vain. 🙏

[elyzius]

5:40 "A gift is something that you're endowed with that is for the benefit of everyone or the world, usually for other people."

I have way too many talents for my own good and not enough focus by far, but if I knew what my gifts were, I'd probably know what to focus on. Unfortunately people don't tell me of anything I did that benefited them, mostly because I'm too unsociable to receive that sort of feedback. I might have to figure out my purpose some other way. Anyhow, thanks for the video.

[AA-wctw]

I think my "purpose" is to focus on myself and learn how to live for me and me alone, to do what I want to do instead of what others want to do....instead of giving my energy to people in general....instead of giving my energy to people who who don't reciprocate it. I mean, I wasn't getting my needs met doing things the way I was doing them. So it's time to do something different.

[valerier]

I'm a retired teacher. Now is not a good time to be a teacher. The pay is not commensurate with the high cost of a teaching degree. Plus, teachers are blamed for everything and get no support from parents or the administration. Finally, these days, many students have serious behavior problems. I retired early because I was assaulted by a student during class.

[anzelaiv]

I was always told by others that they feel better and more resolved when I listen to them, or after talking to me. I felt like that was my gift and gave it so much effort, until I realised it was my helper, people pleaser survival strategy at play. It felt good to do it because I felt like I'm earning love and friendship, but I was ignoring the resentment and the feeling of being completely drained afterwards. For now, I'm just trying to recover from my last "gift" and hate the idea of intentionally finding purpose. I want to just be, for a while at least.

[katjo]

I am 57 and I've just figured this out. I want to help young girls to not be trafficked. I want to teach and mentor young ladies. I just need to get a few things in place. I was abducted when I was 17. The rest of that story is history. I am ready to move forward.

[asteriavlogs]

I have many gifts. Too many. I love to write, to draw, to sew, to make music. They fill me with passion and purpose for a while, and then those feelings wane and I drop whatever it is for the next one. They always come back around, I tend to work in cycles, but I was really hoping this video would help with the career aspect, rather than saying not to worry about it. I do worry about it. I don't know how to find a job that doesn't make me want to end it all. I don't WANT to work, it doesn't make me feel fulfilled or satisfied and only ever drains my already limited energy and drive, so if I could find work that meets that "what I'm here for" need, that would make everything so much easier. Unfortunately, none of my passions lend themselves to that in any realistic capacity.

[triplejmom]

Sometimes a job is just a job. For me it’s to help the people at my job. I like what I do which I didn’t always with my previous jobs. I have hobbies & they’re for my enjoyment. I’m a mom & loving my kids & trying to be a good mom is my major goal now. I may not the change in the world, but maybe I can raise them to be the change ❤

[powderhog]

70 years old and still looking.
Neglected and abused childhood.
35 year marriage to a narcissist.
I am still looking. Always worried I will be attacked - again!

[paulidevoss]

Anna I think you are definitely using your gift in making these videos, they are so true and insightful and help so many people. Thanks again!

[brontesaurusrex]

I heard the magic words "might want to teach." Speaking as a teacher, oh my God do NOT go into teaching if you're not sure that's what you want to do. I love my job, but the struggle is real and lots of folks don't make it past 5 years. What I'd recommend as a first step, if you have any ties to local schools, see if you can get in as a volunteer. If you're in college, good chance there's a tutoring or mentoring program you can join to work with K-12 kids. I started out as a reading tutor, and it turned out that I was good at it. I did find my gift, my students were excited rather than embarrassed to be pulled out for extra reading support and they all markedly improved.

My masters in teaching program required classroom observation hours as a prerequisite, and when I got to that step I already had teachers I could reach out to about that. I don't know if all programs require that, but it was exceedingly helpful. I kept going even when I completed the required time just because I really wanted to know what I was getting into. Very helpful experience to have before dropping thousands on tuition.

Hope this helps somebody out there.

[cancanlady]

For me, it took a long long time to get this one. I believe we are here to affect people positively for His kingdom and help others. That can be in many many different ways. Using our gifts. When I discovered that guidance it became much easier. I grew up in a severely dysfunctional home and am now 64. I believe I am here for His glory. I know that sounds too simple but I have tried money, jobs, volunteering, relationships etc all with selfish motives and most times it ended up hollow. It took a long time to find my way. Developing my relationship with my higher power is where I found this.

[warrenpeterson]

I have advanced C-PTSD and have never known my purpose in life or known how to love. This is now evident to me looking back thru my life and reviewing the damage I did. It has not been all bad thou as I have a high IQ, have led large corporations, and am very artistic. Today I understand my C-PTSD rules my life and every decision I make.

[ANGIESWORLD]

I’m so happy I found this page. Thank you for all your help!