"You must cultivate activities that you love. You must discover work that you do, not for its utility, but for itself..." - Anthony de Mello
In our achievement-driven world, it's easy to lose touch with activities that ignite our souls. Anthony de Mello wisely reminds us to discover work we do for its own sake, not just its outcome. This journey unlocks the gateway to freedom and love.
Finding Your Soul's Calling
The first step is tuning out societal noise and expectations. Experiment with new hobbies, recall moments when you lost track of time, and reflect on what activities align with your true passions. Don't rush this discovery process.
Cultivating Passion for its Own Sake
Go beyond surface enjoyment. Find work that grips your soul, not for recognition or results, but for the pure experience. Garden, write, paint or code for the joy of creating. Cherish the creative process over the end product.
Freedom Through Soulful Work
In activities that resonate deeply, external validation becomes irrelevant. Your sense of worth stems from the work itself. This liberates you to make authentic choices, guided by internal fulfilment rather than external pressures.
Love Blossoms from Freedom
Freedom unlocks self-love. As you follow your soul's calling, you nurture compassion for yourself. This radiates outwards, influencing how you see others. Aligning with your true passions illuminates the pathway to love.
Taking the First Step
Reflect on what activities absorb you completely. Cooking, teaching, writing - find these soul sparks and give them space to grow. Discovering your soul's true calling is the passport to freedom and love.
143 - The Art of Living: Embracing Activities That Feed Your Soul