We all go through ups and downs in life, and at times it causes us to seek greater meaning, or greater purpose.
At its core, a purpose is doing something for someone else. It drives what you do, and who you do it for. It’s that feeling that we are contributing to something bigger than ourselves.
However, the pursuit of purpose arrives to people at different times.
Some seek purpose almost instantly when impacted by a life changing event.
The loss of a loved one, the loss of a job. A near death experience, health scare or a relationship breakdown.
It may be a slower, growing sensation of discontent and lack of fulfilment for others.
Sitting in traffic heading to the same old workplace that you just don’t like. Observing a friend who is living a life that they want to, and reflecting on your own. Looking in a mirror and not recognising who you once were, or who you wanted to be.
It can be from just wanting more, no matter how successful or fulfilled you are. Improving on what you do, and rekindling a deeper satisfaction from your success.
It can simply be a desire to be a better person, or to live a life helping others.
Whatever the situation, when purpose arises, this is when the first Key Pillar of Commitment presents itself.
But even during those times, not everyone actively act’s on those feelings.
We are great at finding excuses and justifiable reasons to not do something.
“I have too much to lose. I have others to support and can’t let them down. What if it doesn’t work? What if I embarrass myself? I just don’t have the time.”
We don’t need to look very hard to find plenty of reasons to not pursue a purpose, and we let it pass. Chances are very high you will remain unfulfilled and return to this same dilemma in the future.
Remember: Fear is a reaction, Courage is a choice.
Those who choose courage, begin to engage in Disruptive Betterment.
Disruptive Betterment is the deliberate decision to make change for the benefit of others.
You choose to disrupt yourself, or something in your life, to try to make it better in order to feel more fulfilled.
You can ask yourself a question like: “Am I genuinely ready to make a change and disrupt myself for something better?”
If you answer this question in the positive and with strong determination, Disruptive Betterment has been ignited.
You have made a commitment to yourself to change for the better.
This can be as an individual, a team or a business. They can, and should ask themselves that question regularly.
If you are not where you want to be and there are things that you are drawn to, then let them take you in and pursue them.
Be courageous. You will be rewarded one way or another. Be courageous.
It doesn’t always have to be a big commitment. It could be booking a regular date night with a partner, going for a 30 minute walk everyday or reading a new book every month.
So how would those three examples even help?
- A regular date night shows your partner you value time with them, and you can really build your relationship and happiness together. You benefit, your partner benefits. This can also be a regular catch up with a work colleague or staff member.
- A 30 minute walk everyday allows you time to work on your physical and mental health, and provides some time to clear your head of life’s clutter. You get healthier and feel better. Others will notice your energy is recharged and maybe even inspire them to do the same.
- A new book a month opens your mind to new ideas, concepts and perspectives. Imagination is renewed and new, more diverse ideas begin to flow. You improve your general knowledge and others will benefit from your increased interactions and contributions.
All three are examples of small ways you can disrupt your routine for the better.
Now imagine if you ignited Disruptive Betterment for bigger things in your life.
A new job. A new business. A new way to do business. Telling someone you love them. Following a dream.
The benefits would be enormous for you and those around you
It is difficult to do something to improve yourself, and for others not to benefit.
Disruptive Betterment is not the change you make, it’s the ignition of commitment to make that change for you and those around you.
Have a great day!
Ivan Spyrdz
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