Finding Fulfillment: Rethinking purpose in work and life
Finding purpose—whether at work or in life—can feel overwhelming, even downright discouraging at times. You may ask yourself, “Is this just me? Why does this feel so hard?” But let me assure you: it’s not just a you problem; it’s a human problem.
If you've ever felt stuck, uninspired, or disheartened in any area of your life, I invite you to keep reading. More than that, I challenge you—when you're done reading—to take an honest inventory of your own life.
What Would Fulfillment Look Like?
Take a moment to reflect on your current role. How would you finish this sentence?
"If I could _________, I would find fulfillment in my position."
Maybe for you it’s hitting a sales quota. Or completing a major project. Winning over a difficult client. Earning a specific income. We all have things we think will “finally” bring us satisfaction. Now, pause and think—how would you feel if you actually accomplished that thing?
My guess? You filled in that blank with something you believe is either impossible or, at best, highly unlikely. Sound familiar?
Been There, Done That—Still Searching
I’ve been fortunate in my life. I’ve held titles like World Champion and World Record Holder. For a long time, those were my “blank line” goals. I believed achieving them would complete me. I was convinced fulfillment lived on the other side of accomplishment.
And while those goals were good—ambitious, even—they weren’t what ultimately brought me peace or purpose.
I don’t share this to boast, but to illustrate something important: the power of changing what we put in those blank spaces.
Shifting the Blank
What if instead of chasing titles or results, we filled our blanks with things like:
“If I could become more dependable...”
“If I could be consistently kind…”
“If I could grow in empathy…”
These aren't single achievements. They're ongoing traits. And they're far more powerful when it comes to shaping a meaningful life.
Line Upon Line, Precept Upon Precept
There’s a concept from the Bible in Isaiah 28:10 that I’ve come to deeply appreciate:
“Line upon line, precept upon precept.”
In other words, everything is connected. Every small, intentional step you take builds upon the last. This mindset helps us stop obsessing over single events and start focusing on who we’re becoming.
It’s great to have goals. Write them down. Every leadership book will tell you that. Every motivational talk will encourage it. But real change? That comes from intentional energy applied consistently over time.
So instead of chasing a buzzword or waiting for a magic moment, ask yourself: What am I doing on purpose, regularly, to grow into the best version of myself?
Your Current Season Isn’t Your Final Chapter
No matter where you are—whether you love your job or dread it—I want to leave you with a mindset shift:
“In this season of life, this is where I am. I’m going to commit to being the best version of myself. I will learn from my mistakes and from others. This isn’t the end of my story—it’s just an important chapter that will serve me well in the future.”
Challenges? Disappointments? They’re not roadblocks. They’re opportunities in disguise. Because in the end, you—and only you—have the power to derail your long-term success.
So be intentional. Be honest. And start building your life line upon line.
