Our lifework or mission or calling is seeded within us when we are born. This seed is always seeking to grow, to find expression. Most of us find a way to express this 'love wrapped gift' we came into this world with in some fashion - whether we are aware of it or not. There is an imperative within us to express what our heart loves.

Sometimes we just need to pay more attention to what our heart's desire has always been! What do you love to do that has stuck with you for a lifetime?

Pay attention to what you pay attention to. Where we freely and naturally focus our energy are clues to what we love. These clues can give you ideas for work that would be meaningful and enjoyable for you.

Career Search from Within Finding meaningful lifework is not something we 'figure-out,' abdicate to external forces, nor push ourselves to do. Knowing our calling involves our whole being & is the work of a lifetime.

What is My Calling? Have you ever felt discouraged and disheartened trying to find your calling or meaningful lifework? Do you feel you are missing the mark with your life somehow? Recently I received a haunting letter from a reader, whom I’ll call Rose, reflecting these feelings.

Moving from Unemployment to Self Employment might be worth considering. The all American dream of job security, the gold watch and well-funded pensions seems to have fallen into the economic abyss for many people today. Perhaps self employment is an option for you.

Remembering Your Mission Your God-given gifts are the crux of your mission - of meaningful lifework. Each of us has three missions to fulfill...

Avoid The Dream Killers After pondering why some people fly toward their dreams while others seem to mire in confusion and discouragement, I decided to write about the "Deadly Dream Killers."

Feel like you could do anything but wonder what you are really passionate about? Click here for some help finding your passion that could lead into meaningful lifework for you.

Check out this list of Megatrends for great business ideas. These articles on Megatrends, are reprinted by permission from Patricia Aburdene and may not be reprinted from this site. Please contact the author for reprint authorization or buy her book:Megatrends 2010: The Rise of Conscious Capitalism.

Eco Jobs and Hot Trends Eco jobs are creating meaningful work and healing the planet. Read about the fastest growing trends.

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