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LET YOUR PURPOSE

Find You!

ow often throughout your life have you asked yourself, “Why am I here?
What is my purpose?”
I have asked myself these questions multiple times over the years, only to
H discover that the harder I tried to seek my purpose, the more it seemed to elude
me!
Some folks are certain of their purpose at a very early age and to them I say, BRAVO! Some of
us are uncertain of where we will shine or what will bring us the most joy.
I used to experience confusion, fear, negativity, and attachment to outcomes, which led
nowhere and which (I was unaware of at that time) led me further away from purpose.
I decided to give up looking! AND, it was one of the best decisions of my life.
There is a time to move forward and a time to let go. What I discovered is that
sometimes we need to let go before we can move forward. I began to embrace
each situation in my life -- good or bad, happy or sad -- and looked for
opportunities to grow.
Choices and decisions became easier as I learned more about myself and
discovered my capacity for adversity and letting go of outcomes. Life became
joyful when I realized the only one I could change is me, only me, and
magically over time my situation started to change (for the better). I listened to
my own inner wisdom and started to enjoy each day for whatever it brought. I
felt gratitude for everything no matter how small.
And serendipitously, doors opened. My purpose of working at being
and doing my best and serving was revealed. A shift from “finding
my purpose” to “allowing my purpose to find me” resulted in a 24-
week talk show gig on Bold Brave Media with my dear friend and
colleague of nine years, Susan Sneath, which is launching fall 2021.
This opportunity was made possible because almost
four years ago, I reached out to Dorothy Briggs
and inquired about a promotional page in
Womanition magazine. To be honest, for me, it
was terrifying back then to stretch that far out
of my comfort zone!
Now I listen to my inner wisdom; I ask myself if
my thoughts and actions are bringing me joy or
angst. I try new things, and practice stillness and
gratitude. I practice awareness of things that feel
magical, effortless, and spontaneous. Achieving
Life Purpose is a long process of refinement that
you can achieve too!
How may I serve you?

GAIL MCDONALD
TRANSCENDENTSELF CHANGE OPTIMIZATION

gail@transcendentselfco.com
transcendentselfco.com I 780-915-4162

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