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For example, if your purpose and mission is to be a writer, you might set goals for yourself to write for 30 minutes every day, visit new places for inspiration, and talk to strangers to hear their stories. If you’re unsure of your purpose, ask yourself what you’re curious about or what excites you. [ 13]
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Seek out activities that engage you. Find activities where you can feel like you’re "in the zone" and fully engaged. For some people, this may be working, writing, painting, or running. No matter what it is, find something that is enjoyable and absorbs you. [ 15]
X Trustworthy Source Greater Good Magazine Journal published by UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center, which uses scientific research to promote happier living Go to source
Think about moments when you've been fully engaged in something — when you lost track of time and even of yourself, because you were so into what you were doing. This is known as "flow," and it usually leads to a sense of joy and accomplishment. Doing things that fully engage you, that get you into a state of flow, as often as possible can increase happiness. [