Postponing deeper self-actualisation for Life Purpose

[stephenkettley]

Hey everyone!
 

I often feel hesitant to pursue life purpose because I have this mental block of having to postpone my reading and study of spirituality and epistemology and all the exciting, deep elements of self-actualisation for it. So I essentially find myself putting off the more material pursuit of life purpose out of fear of falling behind on the growth in the rest of self-actualisation. In a sense, I feel attached to studying and embodying all these other exciting things and so I struggle to decide to commit a few years to life purpose. Currently, I am 26 years old. Has anyone else struggled with this? Any interesting thoughts or advice?

[Michael569]

Very interesting perspective. 

My journey is actually the other way around. I see my Life Purpose as one of the largest blocks of the self actualization journey and I don't think I could truly ever embody the higher tiers without satisfying this first for couple of years. 

Maybe in your case those two could align? You can certainly build your life purpose around the pursuit of spirituality and epistemology and lot of people do that. And maybe not and the journey you're on is perfect for you, only you would know

 

[Leo Gura]

What is your LP?

They should really be combined. Your LP should not stop you from self-actualizing, that would be screwed up.

[stephenkettley]

@Michael569 Good perspective thank you!

[stephenkettley]

@Leo Gura I definitely agree that LP is a part of self-actualising. Basically, I think my main concern is, is it valid to use the rest of my twenties for LP and then only start deeper epistomology, metaphysics and enligtenment around mid-thirties?. I always feel like if I spend my time on LP deeply, then I am falling behind in watching your other content and reading books on these other topics.

I do need to remind myself that life is a marathon and that there is more than enough time for it all.

[vibv]

23 minutes ago, stephenkettley said:

@Leo Gura I definitely agree that LP is a part of self-actualising. Basically, I think my main concern is, is it valid to use the rest of my twenties for LP and then only start deeper epistomology, metaphysics and enligtenment around mid-thirties?. I always feel like if I spend my time on LP deeply, then I am falling behind in watching your other content and reading books on these other topics.

I do need to remind myself that life is a marathon and that there is more than enough time for it all.

What is your Life Purpose?

[stephenkettley]

@vibv I am still doing the work to figure it out.

[vibv]

1 minute ago, stephenkettley said:

@vibv I am still doing the work to figure it out.

As Leo said, it should go both hand in hand. Your Life Purpose is what motivates you to self-actualize beyond what you would living a life without direction.

[r0ckyreed]

1 hour ago, stephenkettley said:

@Leo Gura I definitely agree that LP is a part of self-actualising. Basically, I think my main concern is, is it valid to use the rest of my twenties for LP and then only start deeper epistomology, metaphysics and enligtenment around mid-thirties?. I always feel like if I spend my time on LP deeply, then I am falling behind in watching your other content and reading books on these other topics.

I do need to remind myself that life is a marathon and that there is more than enough time for it all.

My man. These aren’t mutually exclusive. You are going to be pursuing your LP for the rest of your life. There is no difference between LP and spirituality/epistemology. LP is your deepest fulfillment and if spirituality/epistemology don’t cut it, then cut it.

Edited June 20, 2024 by r0ckyreed

[Davino]

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I think my main concern is, is it valid to use the rest of my twenties for LP and then only start deeper epistomology, metaphysics and enligtenment around mid-thirties?.

That's the one million dollar question I've been reflection on for years.

In my case, I don't think I can make it. I wanna make my job about what I truly love in life or something that synergises with it.

What if your Life Purpose was actually "deeper epistomology, metaphysics and enligtenment"? What if you didn't have to wait 10 years to get it but maybe 5 or even less. You just need to figure out a way to make it of value to other people, so that they give you money in return. And there you have it your dream life.

How to do this? Well good question. Any ideas?

Also take into account that a lot of hard work will be involved no matter what path you choose, it's always gonna be difficult, but you can choose what to suffer for and hopefully make all the sweat and blood meaningful.

Edited June 20, 2024 by Davino

[stephenkettley]

@r0ckyreed You're right! I guess you carry with you your spirituality, metaphysics and epistemology within your experience as your pursue your LP. It's all together as one.

[stephenkettley]

@Davino I have been brainstorming how to self-actualise for a living. Would be amazing to pursue Leo's content and the entire realm of self-actualisation as the LP which is my current LP. I've been wondering about a future where I can potentially combine my skill of programming with self-actualisation.

[Leo Gura]

You have time to do both.

Studying self-help content is not a full-time job. You can spend a few hours a week on that while you pursue your career.

It's like you are asking: Should I pursue my career or go to the gym?

Edited June 20, 2024 by Leo Gura

[stephenkettley]

@Leo Gura You are absolutely right. I think my answer is to find the appropriate balance each week over the decades. Thank you!