Below you’ll find the stories and lessons of some of the best and brightest entrepreneurs, artists and creatives in the community and how they found their purpose.
JonesDaArtist
I found my purpose in doing what I love. The perfect balance to me is an end goal, and as long as you strive for that goal, I believe you’ll find your purpose in the process. Read more>>
Charan Bashir
I found my sense of purpose, a continually developing journey, by taking time and space for self reflection. During different points of my life, I have considered what is the goal that I want to accomplish and the vision that I want to bring to fruition – while at the same time paying mindful attention to the experiences that I navigate in life and what are they revealing to me about elements of the next phase of my path in life. Read more>>
Vonetta Grant
Often as a child I would always question why do we exist as humans. What is even the reason why I’m alive on this planet. I would have so many questions like what is the reason for even having this life ? What’s the purpose? I found my purpose connecting to God and asking him to lead the way on this path and journey course. Read more>>
Michael Richey
When I initially began creating paranormal content, I wasn’t sure how I should present my work or if it would have enough impact to grow an audience. In the early stages of content creation, especially within such a specific niche, it’s common to begin without a concrete plan or a clear sense of direction. Read more>>
Gemma Lessinger
I had always loved art, it really was the only thing I loved at school. So when it came to chosing a career I knew it would be something in and around art. I took a GNVQ in Art & Design at Langley College, along with A-Levels in Graphics and Photography and I loved the variety of the work I did during that time. Read more>>
Mackenzie Pringle
Finding purpose in life is one of the hardest things to do. My struggle with finding my purpose has been a hard fought journey. When you see others happy in what they are doing, you wonder how you can get to that position. Growing up I had many hobbies that could turn into some kind of side hustle, yet nothing really spoke to me. Read more>>
DZY
Ever since I was a child, I felt that I was destined for something special. As I gained more experience and matured, I realized that God had blessed me so that I could be a blessing to others. It became clear to me that my purpose is to guide and support people, following the path that God has laid out for me. This realization has driven my commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of those around me. Read more>>
Angel Dla Blanca
what is my purpose in life? This question tormented me for a long time. I experimented in different areas, looking for something that would fulfill me and give me a sense of transcendence. It was then that I understood that I am part of something bigger, an extension of a whole, and that my purpose lies in being a living example of what I believe in. Read more>>
Rissi D’Gouso
My mother showed me the language of the Forest, the language of the Sea. The codes of the trees, of the waters, guided me in understanding the design of our interwoven oneness – the purpose of our togetherness. Read more>>
Amanda Niqole
I have gone on a very long and winding road to finding my purpose. When I started my creative journey in college, I wanted to act on stage but the idea was thwarted and the need to find a major so I could “find a good job” was deemed most important. Read more>>
Nicole Cuervo
My purpose is to help disabled women thrive. I came to it while building my startup, Springrose. My professional background was in strategy and human-centered design, a qualitative research methodology that centers on empathy. That’s why when I first started working on Springrose, I interviewed 100+ women with limited mobility and surveyed another 500+ to better understand their needs. Read more>>
Coach Jaye
After graduating high school, I was uncertain about my future. Initially, I considered joining the military but eventually changed my mind. Without a clear direction and lacking a supportive friend group, I knew I couldn’t just idle away. So, I decided to enroll in community college, though my attendance was inconsistent. Despite staying out of trouble, I felt I wasn’t contributing meaningfully to society. Read more>>
Najia Omer
I found my purpose through creating art at a point in my life when I needed it the most. This journey has been deeply transformative. Completing each piece became more than just an act of expression—it was a path to self-growth and understanding. Read more>>
Dezaraye
As I sought out my creator through a personal relationship with the Holy Spirit, my soul purpose began to be revealed to me in the most epic encounters. I never had to push or try to make anything happen. The more i surrendered my life, heart and soul to God, the deeper I walked into my purpose and calling as a person who carries various gifts that enables me to empower others. Read more>>
Darryl Murphy
I found my purpose when I was just a teenager. I couldn’t get away from Art no matter what I did and how much I tried to learn new hobbies. I found myself watching cartoons all of the time and drawing things that I could see on television during these times I didn’t have social media or a camera to take pictures of things that I wanted to use for references. Read more>>
Josh Mitchell
Finding my purpose in the entertainment industry was a journey fueled by my passion for storytelling and connecting people. From a young age, I was captivated by the magic of movies and the power of compelling narratives. Read more>>
Chakeesha Black
If I may be honest my purpose was birthed from my pain over the years that I’d experienced, I was a single mom for over 10 years and worked in banking for 20 years. While I was happy as a mommy to my son, I was complacent and eventually unhappy at my then job. Read more>>
Kara Dillow
On paper, I am a Pilates Instructor, Teacher Trainer, Massage Therapist, and Business Owner, and I have been in these industries in some capacity for 20 years. On paper, I have a BA in English (a few credits short of a creative writing concentration) because of a love for literature, poetry, and the written word, with a French minor. Read more>>
Rhonda Babb
I spent my career in the professional arts working for clients as a brand marketer and graphic designer. Despite my success as a commercial artist, I knew I needed something more. I am here to do something else and have a more profound personal mission. Though I didn’t realize it then, in 2005, I took the first steps on a journey that would change my life. Read more>>
Caitlin Jaymes
I always wanted to be a fashion stylist from a young age, but I never really knew which part of the job I loved most. I had worked a retail styling job for a few years and wasn’t completely in love with it, but I didn’t know what was missing. Read more>>
Maria Merloni
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a very sexual person. I remember being very young in my bed at night and masturbating to orgasm. I’m pretty sure my older sister, on the opposite side of the room, had no idea and was immediately sleeping once the lights were turned out. Read more>>
Jaclyn Herrig
When I first entered into the therapy world it felt difficult to narrow down the areas I wanted to focus. I was first drawn to working with women processing relational trauma and feeling passionate in guiding women in their developing identities. Read more>>
Micaela Alva
My journey to finding my purpose wasn’t something that happened overnight, and it also wasn’t something that came easy for me. I wish I could say that I always knew what I was meant to do. But the truth is that I found my purpose while navigating a painful and dark season of life. Read more>>
Ariel Bach
While it is easy to say that my interest in culinary came about from having a father who was a chef, and a mother who was an amazing home cook, my love for making food stemmed from several contributing factors. Growing up in Santa Fe, NM, I was surrounded my a ton of culture and art. It is such a beautiful city, where locals sell their artwork and jewelry weekly in the town center, and music and arts thrive in theaters. Read more>>
Matthew Schmid
I found that purpose through watching movies/TV shows and taking acting classes. Read more>>
Scott H. Silverman
Finding my purpose stemmed from my own battles with addiction and the journey to recovery. Having struggled as an alcoholic, drug abuser and even a drug dealer, I reached a point where I attempted suicide. It was through this dark period that I discovered the strength to turn my life around and embrace sobriety, maintaining it for 40 years now. Read more>>
Black Friends Forever
We found our purpose through trial and error. We initially started with just food content, but later realized we wanted to share our friendship journey with the world. The real scoop, lol, is we had to legally change our name, which led us on a journey to discover what we truly wanted to do with the platform God gave us. Read more>>
Julie Walz
As I approached my mid-40s after a challenging decade of health struggles, I embarked on a profound journey of self-discovery. Reflecting on my failures, revelations, and honest conversations with myself, I realized that they all served as a map guiding me towards a deeper understanding of my purpose. Read more>>
Falencia Jean-Francois
I used to be a member of a high-demand religion and, in addition to all of the (now) insane beliefs I held and rituals I participated in came the story that sold me on the rest of the lies: that after your mortal life waited your eternal reward, life everlasting in the kingdom of heaven and maybe even life as a deity yourself if you checked enough of the boxes during your mortal life. Read more>>
troythedesigner
Honestly, I found my purpose by accident. I’ve always had a very good sense of self, so that allowed me to pursue my interests without any outside influence. Given that sense of freedom, any & all my interests whether it be graphic design, videography, photography, fashion design, or animation were pursued fully without a second thought. My purpose is to live my life to the fullest & inspire others to do the very same. Read more>>
Isabelle Birkeland
To be honest, I’m still trying to find my purpose. However, there have been multiple things that have happened over the years that have influenced “my purpose”. As a photographer, I have found that my purpose is to capture memories that are going to be meaningful. In high school, I was part of the softball team, but we didn’t have anyone to take photos for us. Read more>>
Dr. Oscar C. Pérez
There’s an art to self-destruction. Not the lazy, just-let-myself-atrophy-in-front-of-the-tv kind. Not the just-drown-myself-in-distraction-and-social-media kind. The kind where you (or parts of you) actively conspire to weave together the web of beliefs and decisions that make you crash and burn. Read more>>
Faust Ruggiero, M.S.
So much of life comes together when we understand who we are and why we are here. I have always been fortunate to understand the talents I was given, and the most important one is being in service of other people. Read more>>
Anne Beal
I learned at a young age that life is short – so if you have to work, do something you truly love. I rescued and rehomed my first stray cat over 30 years ago. Feeling the impact that one person can have helped me realize how every action we take can have a significant effect on those around us, animals included. Read more>>
Elisa Fowler
You know, this is always a loaded question, but I think the journey I’ve gone on to find my purpose is one I really like to share. Growing up, it was just me and my mother after my father passed away when I was five years old. We were always on the go, but for some reason all forms of entertainment were always introduced to me; whether it was live music, plays, Disney movies, television series, etc. Read more>>
Bella Corich
My love for music has been a part of me for my whole life. Since I was a little baby singing along to the Beatles in the car, learning to play piano at 5, and joining all the music clubs at school, I’ve always been compelled to music. Part of me wonders if it is just part of who I am. My whole family jokes that we have the music gene running in our blood. Read more>>
Paula Peacock
I found my life’s purpose through meditation. Read more>>
Tram-Anh Le
The process of finding my purpose took a lot of trial, error, and most importantly, feeling. All my life I’ve been entrepreneurial and creative. I love trying new things and building brands. Some did very well, some didn’t. I love the business process, but never had I felt deeply moved by my project. They felt fun and selfish. Read more>>
Vonna Matthews
My purpose is connected to my faith and my relationship with Jesus Christ. I believe it is to share the gospel in all that I do, including my business, my family, and my community involvement. Because my faith goes beyond me, I am intentional about the opportunities I take and the spaces I enter. Read more>>
LaKeisha Randle
I’m still discovering my purpose, but I believe I’m close. I trust that God has given each of us unique talents to help others and contribute to our world. I’m a jack of all trades, blessed with problem-solving skills that fuel my curiosity and mastery of various things. Read more>>
