Do you think it's important to have purpose in your life?

Odessa said:
Are you having a midlife crisis or between the ages of 35/45 ?

Purpose can be sitting on the lounge eating cheezels and watching days of our lives

This planet should be a paradise but it's not just greed and corruption
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I love this post.
 
Chicken_Faced_Killa said:
Don’t get too caught up in finding purpose and meaning in everything you do just enjoy the moments you are in.
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Yep live in the now and don't be stuck in the past or focused on the future.
Odessa said:
Are you having a midlife crisis or between the ages of 35/45 ?

Purpose can be sitting on the lounge eating cheezels and watching days of our lives

This planet should be a paradise but it's not just greed and corruption
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I'm turning 40 this year.
 
Take things as they come because life is too short to focus on accolades and material possessions.
Find what brings you true happiness and motivates you. Never be afraid to let go of the things that bring you down (people included) and never feel guilty about things that can't be changed.
Only you know your true self and if you only work on being a better version of yourself, that's all that really matters. Remember every experience is just another opportunity for growth, so have no regrets. There's a lesson in everything and they teach us something about ourselves we never knew.

My dreams and goals have frequently changed throughout my life and while there's been some hiccups along the way I've simply re-evaluated and learned to prioritise them to suit my life. It's helped make me realise that it's okay to fail at something or lose your way, but it's how you pick yourself up that's more important.
All the best with your career journey. However, there are professionals out there to assist and support you if you're struggling.
 
pawsandclaws1 said:
I was out in the Central West of NSW this week for work and it seems regional men and women are content although they may not have all they want. It was pleasing to experience.
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Regional centre or a smaller town?

There’s something to be said for a 5-10 minute commute to work and a house under 500k.
 
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Tiger-ferret said:
Regional centre or a smaller town?

There’s something to be said for a 5-10 minute commute to work and a house under 500k.
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Both, Orange, Bathurst, Milthorpe and Blayney. All really good country towns as are Mudgee and Dubbo The people are great. Orange has experienced a significant increase in housing prices which concerns me. People relocating from the city due to Covid is one driver.
 
Great question. My story in a nut shell.. I was tradesman in a large company for 12 yrs. I gave full priority to my job and my employer. If they needed me I was there. In 2013 working on a company site that had been getting alot unwanted attention and threatening letters for a number of reasons from the public. I see someone out of place and asked did they need help.... they attacked me with an axe. Not only was that a bummer but the company blamed me for how I apparently handle the situation. I shouldn't have approached the person that seemed out of place. That event changed my life and my partners life in so many ways. I have gone from being socially active, financially secure being able to save much more than we spent, and making plans to being practically house bound. I struggle to be around people in busy environments, I can't concentrate, memory is shot..... any way these years have given me heaps of time to think. Our society has evolved in such a strange way, we place so much emphasis on occupation. It's practically the 3rd question we ask people when meet..."What do you do". I still get anxious answering this question because of perceived judgements. My purpose now is to be there for people, to help and to love. Regardless of anything. I no longer judge the book by its cover or look down on those who I think do less than me, We all have a story. I'm blessed in so many ways and don't have the stress of renting. money is still tight. But I try not to stress, tomorrow takes care of its self. Basically my purpose is to be a most excellent dude to every 1 i encounter...The only constant in my life since 2013 is my girl the Tigers and the signing and suggestions thread.
 
pawsandclaws1 said:
Both, Orange, Bathurst, Milthorpe and Blayney. All really good country towns as are Mudgee and Dubbo The people are great. Orange has experienced a significant increase in housing prices which concerns me. People relocating from the city due to Covid is one driver.
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I can vouch for Dubvagas. It’s got everything you need and only 45min flight to Sydney. My grandfather used to joke when people say we’re in the middle of nowhere…nah we’re the middle of everywhere 😜

Purpose for me is investing time into family, friends, fitness, education, sport, garden, nature, cars etc etc. I consider myself very lucky.
 
TheKhan said:
Great question. My story in a nut shell.. I was tradesman in a large company for 12 yrs. I gave full priority to my job and my employer. If they needed me I was there. In 2013 working on a company site that had been getting alot unwanted attention and threatening letters for a number of reasons from the public. I see someone out of place and asked did they need help.... they attacked me with an axe. Not only was that a bummer but the company blamed me for how I apparently handle the situation. I shouldn't have approached the person that seemed out of place. That event changed my life and my partners life in so many ways. I have gone from being socially active, financially secure being able to save much more than we spent, and making plans to being practically house bound. I struggle to be around people in busy environments, I can't concentrate, memory is shot..... any way these years have given me heaps of time to think. Our society has evolved in such a strange way, we place so much emphasis on occupation. It's practically the 3rd question we ask people when meet..."What do you do". I still get anxious answering this question because of perceived judgements. My purpose now is to be there for people, to help and to love. Regardless of anything. I no longer judge the book by its cover or look down on those who I think do less than me, We all have a story. I'm blessed in so many ways and don't have the stress of renting. money is still tight. But I try not to stress, tomorrow takes care of its self. Basically my purpose is to be a most excellent dude to every 1 i encounter...The only constant in my life since 2013 is my girl the Tigers and the signing and suggestions thread.
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What a legend.

Thanks for sharing your story.
Sorry you had to experience that.

Hope you're doing well and hope things look up for you within any recovery or goals you may have set.

Welcome to the forum.
 
TheKhan said:
Great question. My story in a nut shell.. I was tradesman in a large company for 12 yrs. I gave full priority to my job and my employer. If they needed me I was there. In 2013 working on a company site that had been getting alot unwanted attention and threatening letters for a number of reasons from the public. I see someone out of place and asked did they need help.... they attacked me with an axe. Not only was that a bummer but the company blamed me for how I apparently handle the situation. I shouldn't have approached the person that seemed out of place. That event changed my life and my partners life in so many ways. I have gone from being socially active, financially secure being able to save much more than we spent, and making plans to being practically house bound. I struggle to be around people in busy environments, I can't concentrate, memory is shot..... any way these years have given me heaps of time to think. Our society has evolved in such a strange way, we place so much emphasis on occupation. It's practically the 3rd question we ask people when meet..."What do you do". I still get anxious answering this question because of perceived judgements. My purpose now is to be there for people, to help and to love. Regardless of anything. I no longer judge the book by its cover or look down on those who I think do less than me, We all have a story. I'm blessed in so many ways and don't have the stress of renting. money is still tight. But I try not to stress, tomorrow takes care of its self. Basically my purpose is to be a most excellent dude to every 1 i encounter...The only constant in my life since 2013 is my girl the Tigers and the signing and suggestions thread.
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Interesting story man, it takes all sorts of experiences to shape us.
I agree that letting your work define who you are is a huge trap. It is far more important to be happy. I’ve had nothing, I’ve had money. Both suck and both are great in their own ways.
 
TheKhan said:
Great question. My story in a nut shell.. I was tradesman in a large company for 12 yrs. I gave full priority to my job and my employer. If they needed me I was there. In 2013 working on a company site that had been getting alot unwanted attention and threatening letters for a number of reasons from the public. I see someone out of place and asked did they need help.... they attacked me with an axe. Not only was that a bummer but the company blamed me for how I apparently handle the situation. I shouldn't have approached the person that seemed out of place. That event changed my life and my partners life in so many ways. I have gone from being socially active, financially secure being able to save much more than we spent, and making plans to being practically house bound. I struggle to be around people in busy environments, I can't concentrate, memory is shot..... any way these years have given me heaps of time to think. Our society has evolved in such a strange way, we place so much emphasis on occupation. It's practically the 3rd question we ask people when meet..."What do you do". I still get anxious answering this question because of perceived judgements. My purpose now is to be there for people, to help and to love. Regardless of anything. I no longer judge the book by its cover or look down on those who I think do less than me, We all have a story. I'm blessed in so many ways and don't have the stress of renting. money is still tight. But I try not to stress, tomorrow takes care of its self. Basically my purpose is to be a most excellent dude to every 1 i encounter...The only constant in my life since 2013 is my girl the Tigers and the signing and suggestions thread.
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Keep smiling mate.
If you ever feel insignificant, think how a mosquito feels 🌝
 
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