Finding your true calling

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Have you found your true calling? This is your personal mission in life, your reason for being. If you wake up excited for work and feel fulfilled, you may have achieved what Buddhists call Right Livelihood. If not, you're about to discover your true calling, which can transform your life. Renowned scholar Joseph Campbell suggests focusing on moments of deep happiness to guide you. Reflect on how you feel each day as you prepare for work. If your mornings are filled with dread, it’s time to ask: Are you truly happy in your career? Many believe it’s too late to find their calling, but that’s a myth. Stories like that of Beverly Goodman Park, who pursued her dream of becoming an attorney at nearly 60, prove otherwise. Finding work that feeds your soul is essential, as job satisfaction is linked to longevity. The Latin root of "vocation" means "to call," and responding to your true calling can lead to fulfillment. You have two choices: continue hoping for inspiration or take bold steps toward your dreams. This is where Changing Course comes in. I, Valerie Young, have gathered insights from career change experts to help you uncover your gifts and passions. Contributors like Barbara Sher and Patrick Combs provide practical advice and exercises to guide you toward meaningful work. Whether it’s reawakening your unique genius or identifying your midlife passion, this resource aims to help you find a balanced life doing what you lov