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Stress has been normalised as a part of our life. We become so attuned to chasing goals, and worrying about outcomes, we don’t even realize when stress becomes a way of life rather than an anomaly. It silently builds up through deadlines, expectations, and the desire to do more and achieve more. We often try to fix stress by changing our outer circumstances or blaming the world. Taking breaks, adjusting routines, or chasing the next goal are all temporary fixes, not a solution.
I had got so conditioned to constantly thinking, worrying and judging every word, action, and outcome that it never crossed my life that it was possible to shed all the clutter and live with peace of mind. The day I awakened to my inner voice, I discovered that there was a harmonious and easier way to live. Inspired by the realisation, I committed to my journey of transformation and started living in alignment with my inner voice. Of course, it has taken a lot of effort and awareness to be present to life, but it has been worth the discomfort and challenges because the outcome of letting go has been pure happiness and peace of mind. This has further given me a clear purpose to step up as a leader for sharing multiple tools on how to be happy and peaceful.
The root cause of our restlessness is the lack of alignment with our inner self. We can address anxiety, stress and frustration by committing to live a life of purpose.
Purpose gives direction
Our passion to accomplish excites us and adds a spark to our life. It’s personal, emotional, and dynamic. Passion pushes us to pursue ideas, build dreams, and express our creativity. It fuels innovation and courage. We can either keep hurtling forward from one goal to the next or find a purpose to channelise and anchor that passion.
Purpose gives you a sense of direction and becomes a dynamic force that gives us meaning and fulfillment. It helps us align our values and talent and thereby reduce the inner noise. There is more clarity and less overwhelm. You’re no longer just chasing success—you’re building a legacy.
Purpose builds resilience
Passion is like a fire that can either burn down a forest or cook food. You might love what you do, but without clarity, you may find yourself jumping from one task to another, feeling busy but not necessarily fulfilled. Whereas, when passion meets purpose, resilience grows.
Let’s say you're passionate about creating - writing, designing, building ideas. You pour yourself into it. But when results don’t show up or validation doesn't come quickly, the same passion creates anxiety and frustration of unmet expectations. That’s where many people lose motivation or feel stuck.
If you tie that passion to a larger purpose, like inspiring others or contributing to growth - the focus shifts from personal validation to contribution. Your work begins to feel meaningful. You begin to lead with clarity, not chaos.
Read more on finding your purpose on my blog Power of Purpose.
Stress is an alert mechanism
When you see stress as a feedback loop, it makes you pause to check if you're still aligned with your deeper ‘why.’ Stress can be a teacher. It may prompt you to stop, think, and realign. Are you running after something that excites you but drains you? Or are you walking a path that grounds you and lifts others too?
The goal is not to eliminate stress but to channelise it into mindful action. This happens when passion flows with purpose.
Make life Purposeful
Many search for a purpose like it’s a destination. Purpose reveals itself when we commit to living in alignment with our inner self. Living true is the biggest purpose we can commit to because through that journey, we evolve and grow into our fullest potential. When you lead with purpose, passion becomes sustainable. Faith and surrender become a way of life. And life becomes joyful—even amidst uncertainty.
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