Weekly newsletter
I. Prompts for motivation
Are there certain kinds of activities that give you a sense of fulfillment? Do you make time for these special pursuits or lifelong passions on a regular basis?
If you could do anything in the world as a job, what would a given workday look like? Why do you think this kind of work gives you a satisfying feeling that nothing else can match?
II. Thoughts for intention
Making time for the things we love allows us to experience meaningful moments. It influences us more than we think. It affects the level of passion and drive that we can use in other areas of our lives. We feel replenished when we stay engaged in the things that supply us with enthusiasm, determination, and inspiration. In doing so, we gain a boost in our energy, which can impact our overall outlook and mindset.
Doing what we love is also good for our physical health. Studies reveal that when we go after our favorite leisure activities or projects, we experience less stress and a lower resting heart rate. This is because turning to the things we’re most passionate about unlocks feelings of joy and calm.
III. Ideas for preparation
In the process of discovering what we love, we can rely on our top strengths and interests to lead us there. Our values are one of the most helpful tools to figure out what types of hobbies or practices will remain worthwhile for us in the long run. From there, we can start by designing a daily or weekly system to follow through consistently. That means showing up every week to put in the work and effort toward mastering our lifelong passion.
It’s not always easy to stay on track, but with time, we’ll find the habit becomes second nature. It will become something we look forward to the more we stick with it. This process can always be refined and adjusted according to our needs.
IV. Quotes for inspiration
“Have you never loved something just for what it means to you?”
― Sarah Adams, When in Rome
“But if you really want something, you don’t punch it in the face. You stick with it until you stop wanting to hit it and start wanting to hug it, and then kiss it, and finally make sweet, sweet love to it that will leave you both in a shivering puddle of tears.”
― Aisha Tyler, Self-Inflicted Wounds
