What's up journeyers.
Welcome to another episode of the Thrive Will Journey.
I'm your host L. Michael Pert.
And today, or in this episode, we're going to dive into one of the most fundamental parts
of life that I believe ties everything together, our physical, mental, spiritual, and financial
well-being.
We're talking about purpose.
You know, purpose is that guiding light, that internal compass that helps you move throughout
life with intention, drive, and what I feel is most important.
The true reason that we wake up in the morning.
I've been on this journey to see how purpose connects everything, everything that we do.
From the smallest action to the biggest decisions, you see, when you align your life with a sense
of purpose, everything else seems to fall into place.
And I know this firsthand because I've been on my own personal journey to find my purpose,
especially as I battled with health challenges and forged a path in entrepreneurship.
I have found myself, you know, accomplishing many things in life and also failing at many
things in life.
I've been seeking and on a quest as to why I'm here on this planet at this particular
time.
And you might be wondering why is purpose so important?
Well, for me, without purpose, life can feel like you're just going through the motions.
It's almost like you're on a boat, you know, without a rudder.
There's a lot of movement, there's a lot of motion, but no real direction.
And trust me, I've been there.
I know what it's like to wake up in the morning and feel like you're just surviving, just
getting by and not really thriving.
And for those of you who listen to the first episode, you know that I face some serious
challenges, you know, kidney loss, kidney transplant, cancer.
And those could be considered to be those could be considered to be dark times.
And during those times, though, I had to really dig deep and ask myself, what am I here for?
What's my purpose?
You know, when I had times when I was unable to walk and had to take the ambulance dialysis,
I didn't think about purpose.
But I knew deep within, I had to fight a better life than what I was currently experiencing.
See, purpose, you know, gives us something to fight for, you know, to live for.
For me, it was about showing my great nephews and nieces, which I'll always mention a lot.
What life can throw at you.
You can still rise above it.
You can still create a legacy.
And this is what I had to silently tell myself every day, you know, let's talk about a little
bit about, you know, you discovering your purpose.
And I know it's not always easy.
A lot of people, you know, spend years, sometimes entire lifetimes searching for their purpose.
But here's the thing.
Purpose isn't always some grand elusive thing.
Sometimes it's something quiet moments and little things we do.
Every day it's about aligning your actions with what feels right in your spirit and in
your soul.
It's what makes you come alive.
Now if you're sitting there thinking, Michael, I have no idea what my purpose is.
Just to know that that's okay.
You're not alone.
Purpose is often revealed through action, not just thought.
It's about trying different things, exploring different paths.
And sometimes it's through failure that we find our true calling.
See for me, I want a lot of hats through all life.
You know, I've been an actor, an entrepreneur, a podcaster, and now someone who's helping
others live healthier and more purposeful lives.
All of these experiences have, you know, helped me piece together what my purpose really is.
And that's really to uplift, inspire, and leave a mark on this world.
And here's the thing.
Your purpose can evolve.
The person you are today might have a different purpose than who you were 10 years ago.
Purpose isn't just a one-dimensional thing.
It's not only tied to your career or a specific part of your life.
It's multifaceted.
So you have a purpose within relationships, in your health, your spirituality, and what
I'm getting more now than ever that, you know, you can find your purpose even in your finances.
And in terms of health, I've shared my battle with you about my squamous cell carcinoma
and how that was a real wake-up call for me.
But I'll be honest, that was when I really realized that part of my purpose was to take
better care of myself, to thrive physically, so I continued to do what I love, which is
helping others thrive too.
And then, you know, you got mental health.
And I can't stress enough finding a purpose can help you have a clear mind.
And when you have purpose, it gives you focus.
It keeps you grounded.
And it can be the thong thing that pulls you out of a dark place when everything else seems
overwhelming.
And of course, spirituality, right?
Your spiritual well-being is key.
I believe that the core of finding your purpose, you have to connect with something that's
larger, greater, bigger than yourself.
For me, that's my faith and my belief that we're all here for a reason.
We're all given different tools, different experiences, and challenges for a reason.
It's up to us, though, to figure out what we do with them.
Now, I do want to touch on entrepreneurship just for a moment, because this has been such
a huge part of who I am in my life.
I didn't just start a business for the sake of making money.
Money is a tool.
And I do appreciate what having money can do, but at the core, it has never been the
force that drives me to do anything that I do.
Truly.
I started a business because it aligned with my purpose.
I wanted to create something meaningful, something that would allow me to support myself and
others to help them find their path and offer a platform that they can work from home and
still thrive.
Now, I know that entrepreneurship isn't for everyone that's watching or listening, and
I get that.
But I do believe that within each and every one of us, there's a spark of creativity,
a desire to create something that is uniquely yours, whether that's starting a business,
writing a book, or simply being the best parent, spouse, friend that you can be.
Entrepreneurship to me is about taking ownership of your life and aligning your work with what
brings you joy.
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Now, I'm back to it.
Now, here's the thing though.
Here's the thing about purpose.
It's not just about the here and now.
It's about the legacy you leave behind.
What are you building today that will outlast you?
What messages or message are you sending to the people who look up to you?
For me, I'm thinking about, again, my great-nephews and nieces, that next generation, I want them
to know that no matter what challenges they face, they have the power to overcome them.
I want to leave behind a story of resilience, thriving despite the odds.
That's what I'm so passionate about, what I'm doing right now.
Now, know this though.
I was doing other ventures that didn't align with where I am right now.
Just recently, so I had to let them go because I knew where I was headed and life gave me
a little nudge to change direction and let some things go.
Although it wasn't easy, I felt that it had to be done.
With every podcast, episode, every business venture, every conversation I have is a part
of building that legacy.
I encourage you all to think about that as well.
Here are some questions to ponder that I want to leave with you.
What do you want people to remember about you?
What mark do you want to leave on this world?
It's really up to you to figure it out.
When you live with purpose, you wake up every day with a sense of direction.
I do.
Instead of feeling lost or overwhelmed by the noise of the world, you're anchored.
That's really how I feel.
You know why you're here and what you're working towards.
Now, it doesn't mean that every day will be easy, right?
Far from it.
But it does mean that you'll be able to weather the storms with some sense of clarity.
It'll give you resilience.
You'll know that even the tough times are part of a larger journey.
You'll see setbacks not as dead ends, but as detours that are guiding you towards something
great.
All right.
It's already about nine minutes in, so we're going to wrap this thing up.
So I want to challenge you to reflect on your purpose.
What gets you out of bed in the morning?
What drives you?
If you're still figuring it out, that's perfectly okay.
However, purpose is revealed through action.
Again, I challenge you to take that first step, no matter how it looks like, how small
it is to start aligning your life with what brings you joy, what makes you feel alive,
and what...
Watch how everything else begins to fall into place.
Now, get this.
There's no manual.
There's no he did it that way.
She did it that way.
Now, let me copy what they did.
Your purpose is designed for you and only you.
Your unique self.
So my final message for today is this.
Don't let life just happen to you.
Take the wheel.
Just go for your purpose and live with intention.
And sometimes that means living in the unknown, which can be a bit scary, but it's never too
late to start.
And once you do, you'll see how everything will begin to change and transform around
you.
If you're like me, you'll feel more evil and liven, more connected, more capable than
ever before.
And as always, listen, if you need little guidance on this journey, that's why we're
here at The Thrive World Journey.
I love to hear from you whether it's a story of your own journey, defining purpose, or
if you're just starting out and need some encouragement, reach out to me.
We're all in this thing together.
Currently, we're building a website to build community, but until then, go to L. Michael
Burt on YouTube if you're watching this and leave messages and comments on the page or
join The Thrive World Journey page on Facebook or and on Instagram.
So that's it for this episode.
But look, we intentionally released three episodes, the first three episodes so that
you can get the feel and the flavor of us.
So go ahead and check out all three episodes.
Now go to episode three if you watched this, where I'll be having a conversation about
mental clarity and spiritual growth within your purpose with Denise G. Lee.
It was an amazing conversation.
Be sure to check it out.
And I just want to give a sincere thank you to all the listeners or watchers for joining
me on The Thrive World Journey.
And remember, let's stop just being about surviving.
Now let's start living in the world of thriving.
We owe it to ourselves.
And that can begin within finding your purpose and always knowing your purpose.
And if you already know your purpose, be about it and share it.
I'm going to catch you in the next episode until then.
Keep living with intention and keep living with purpose on purpose.
And let's make thriving our new normal.
Take care.