What purpose is there in purpose? Well, without purpose it becomes more difficult to get out of bed in the morning. Without purpose our lives seem meaningless, and not particularly valuable. Purpose is sometimes the only thing that keeps me moving forward, sometimes happily, and sometimes not so happily. But it does keep me moving all the same.
So, what is purpose? Purpose is an obligation we have given ourselves to do certain things that we decide we have to do no matter what. Sometimes they are things we do so we feel better about ourselves, such as taking a shower, cleaning our homes, being a good father, mother, brother, sister, son, daughter, good friend, etc. Even our entertainment can have a purpose. Besides having fun, we can try to exercise and expand our minds with the type of television shows and movies we watch, and the books and peiodicals (magazines and newspapers) we read. For me there is even purpose (although sometimes I need reminding) in allowing my body and mind to rest, because I function much better when rested.
And there is sometimes great purpose in having no purpose. We all need occasionally to take time to appreciate all that is around us that we usually do not pay attention to and take for granted. Yes, it is good to give our lives purpose and meaning, but we do have to remember that life is short, and we also need to take the time to take a look around once and awhile, and enjoy ourselves. So, I will live life as purposefully as I can in all regards and try to take nothing for granted. Until next time, live and enjoy...
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