Rethinking Life's Purpose: Ask Better Questions, Live a Better Life [Book 3/15]

[@dustisinvisible]

I really like this. I think people feel more comfortable some of the value domains that others. For example, a person who considers themselves very driven may be frequently acting in a way that aligns with their “creative values”, but without considering their attitude. Conversely someone might feel they are “living life to the fullest” by prioritising their experiential values, but without working towards anything that would satisfy creative values.

[@mrclarksclassroom]

Great insight, thank you. I'd certainly agree that there can be imbalances on where we decide to place our efforts, and that it can actually lead us down less than optimum paths, if not considered carefully. Later on in this series, we're going to cover an introduction to shadow work and that (alongside the Hall of Exemplars exercise on the previous video - which can be considered Golden Shadow work!) there can be a great energy waiting to be unblocked in pursuing a wider variety of values. The more you play and experiment with these approaches, the more open you will become to different 'modes of being' which in turn lead to further approaches. It's an exciting journey as you peel back these layers!

[@dustisinvisible]

Can’t wait! Thank you

[@mrclarksclassroom]

Do not ask “What is the meaning of life?” Instead ask, “What is the most meaningful thing that I can do right now given my limited conditions?” Much narrower. Much more specific. Much more likely to lead to action. Also, enjoy this wonderful rule: "To live as if you are living for the second time, and had acted as wrongly the first time as you are about to act now" Viktor Frankl (quote found in both 'Man's Search for Meaning' as well as 'Doctor and the Soul')

[@David_10157]

Are you a credentialed therapist?

[@mrclarksclassroom]

I'm not, and I don't claim to be one either. I am a teacher and a coach, who loves reading and doing his own inner work, and I'd like to share this journey with others who are similarly on a reflective and introspective path. For reference, I have taught Philosophy and Religion for 10 years, and have an internationally recognised diploma in performance coaching, where I have logged over 1000 one to one hours. Hope that helps!