Before, my future was set up just so I could make a living and get by in life. I thought that’s what I wanted. But when I grasped the concept of no failure – that I could do whatever I want and be good at it – something burst open. I realized that I just want to be happy in life, and to do what makes me happy – not what’s the best finacial choice. My answers were:

1. designing things. I’d draw and paint and photograph, then create short poems/stories about them. It would all have it’s own room, too.
– I have no idea where that came from, but I just jotted it down. I’ve NEVER considered designing things or art as a career; I love to write, so I always assumed I’d be doing that. But these came out instead. I can barely draw, let alone paint. However, I love photography.

2.I’d live in a medium-sized house in the country side, but not too far away from the city. I’d have a lovely, funny husband who loves me for who I am, and two kids; one boy, one girl. I would have sports cars and family cars. I’d paint and photograph for fun and for a living.
– Never thought I’d have so many details set in my imagination for my adult life. Haha.

3.Confidence. Selfless affection. Great humor. A smart, happy take on life. A great, joyous laugh. Their life has no bounds, and they’re always happy, always there for you and ready to help.
– I didn’t list anyone, just the traits in anyone that I find admiring.

4. happy laugh, happy personality, helps people with love and selflessly.
– this was the greatest shock of all. I’ve always figured I was a depressed, selfish person to other people. But I’m trying not to think what they think – and it makes me very happy that I see myself this way. I hope it’s true.

5. Designing. Art. Helping others. Writing intimate details about a person, about feelings.
– this is great, it gives me a lot of directions!

Thank you so, so much. I know this sounds really sappy but… you’re post has made my concept on life much happier. I can’t thank you enough. Sorry for this being so long, just thought I’d share the above with you

I used the 4 step exercise above and I think I’ve found my passion.. (luckily it was what I always thought it was!) Neat exercise.

I was struggling with the idea of finding my passion for a long time, I used to get so frustrated at myself for not being able to find out what i truly love, but now I accept that as part of getting to know yourself, you may not get to know your true self for a while.. but all will fall in place in due time.

Excellent blog. Keep it up!