What Are You Determined to Do? Your Guide to Finding Purpose

So here’s the million-dollar question: What are you determined to do? Are you ready to create something amazing, become the person you’ve always dreamed of being, or finally figure out what it is you actually want out of life?

Maybe you’ve just lost your job and you’re staring at a blank canvas of possibilities. Perhaps you’re navigating life after a divorce, feeling like you’re starting from scratch. Or maybe you’ve had that lightbulb moment where you realize you’ve been living someone else’s dream instead of your own. If any of this sounds familiar, then welcome to the club – and more importantly, welcome to your new beginning!

The time to start exploring is right now. No more waiting for the “perfect moment” or for all the stars to align. Get determined to make it happen today!

What Does It Really Mean to Be Determined?

Determination isn’t just about gritting your teeth and pushing through (though sometimes that helps too!). It’s about having that rock-solid resolve to create something great in your life. It’s about finding that singular purpose that lights you up from the inside out.

As Maya Angelou once said, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” Your determination comes from that deep, almost primal desire to discover what’s truly possible for yourself – and often, to help others along the way too.

Being determined is essentially about making a decision and sticking to it. It’s settling on a purpose and then backing it up with action. Simple? Yes. Easy? Well, that’s another story!

How Do You Explore Your Purpose in Life?

Here’s a question that might make you squirm a little: Have you ever really asked yourself about your purpose in life? And I mean really sat with it, not just given it a passing thought while scrolling through Instagram.

Exploring your purpose takes determination mixed with a hefty dose of curiosity. You’ve got to be willing to push that envelope and boldly break through the barriers holding you back – especially that sneaky little fear of the unknown that loves to whisper “what if you fail?”

But here’s the thing: exploring your purpose with determination is simply about committing to a desired outcome. What do you want, and more importantly, why do you want it?

Everyone’s purpose is different – that’s what makes life so beautifully messy and interesting! We all have that one thing (or maybe several things) that makes our hearts absolutely sing.

For me? It’s travel and exploring the world, especially when I get to do it with the person and puppy I love most. That combination just amplifies the whole emotional experience for me. But why? Because it’s my way of growing, learning more about this incredible world we live in, and hopefully enhancing the lives of the people I meet along the way. That’s what I’m determined to spend my life doing.

So what about you? What triggers that emotional response that makes your heart race with excitement? What puts that unstoppable smile on your face when you talk about it?

The Power of Emotional Response

Here’s where things get really interesting. What are you determined to achieve, and why? Pay close attention to the emotional response you get when you talk about your dreams out loud – to a friend, family member, or even to yourself in the mirror.

That response? It’s pure gold. It’s giving you all the clues you need to discover what you’re truly determined to achieve.

Try this simple question that’s guaranteed to evoke some kind of emotional response: “What am I determined to accomplish?” There’s no right or wrong answer here – just notice what it feels like and whether it raises any emotional stirrings inside you.

As Oprah Winfrey puts it, “The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” Your emotional response is your internal compass pointing toward that adventure.

Here’s a practical tip: Ask yourself this question at the beginning of each week. It’s a fantastic way to check in on your goals and keep yourself accountable. Then, pick three things you can do each day to get closer to those goals and fuel your determination to achieve them.

It’s About Commitment, Not Just Wishes

When you feel that need to be determined – to be something, do something, or become someone – it’s really about committing to experiencing what you want, exactly the way you want it, both in business and in life.

As a mindset coach who specializes in helping people navigate change, I absolutely love sharing ways you can live with more freedom. But here’s the thing: being determined to create a new way of life and business starts with one crucial step – making the decision to commit to your desired change.

Remember what Tony Robbins says: “It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped.” That moment of commitment is where the magic begins.

You’re Not Alone in This Journey

The beautiful truth is that you don’t have to figure this out all by yourself. There’s a whole community of people out there who are on similar journeys, facing similar challenges, and celebrating similar victories.

Your determination to find and live your purpose isn’t just a personal journey – it’s part of a larger human experience of growth, discovery, and becoming who we’re meant to be.

So what are you determined to do? Whatever it is, know that the first step is simply deciding that you’re worth the effort. Because trust me, you absolutely are.

The world needs what you have to offer – your unique perspective, your specific talents, your particular way of making things better. Your determination to discover and share that gift? That’s not just good for you – it’s good for all of us.

Now stop reading and start doing. What’s the first step you’re going to take today?