Igniting Passion: 7 Strategies to Elevate Your Interests
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Chapter 1: Discovering Your Passion
I first realized the depth of my passion for writing when I began waking up at 5:00 AM instead of 6:00 AM. I carved out an hour for writing between my workout (another passion of mine) and my job as a financial advisor (my third passion). Additionally, I find immense joy in fostering connections in warm climates!
A true passion is something you can't envision living without, and it transcends mere hobbies. I recognized my love for writing when I would use my lunch breaks to write and eagerly anticipate the end of the workday so I could write more before dinner.
Psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, known as the 'Father of Flow,' discovered that people experience happiness and a sense of flow when engrossed in creative activities, often losing track of time. Writing is indeed my sanctuary!
What excites you? What brings you joy? A passion isn't just something that gets you excited; it’s an endeavor that you can fully immerse yourself in—mentally, physically, and emotionally. It consistently brings you happiness and fulfillment.
Passions aren't mystical or hard to find; often, they are right in front of you. I was mildly dyslexic as a child, so the notion of pursuing writing was unexpected. However, that’s the essence of passion—it doesn't always follow a logical path.
Once you identify your passion, here are seven strategies to enhance it:
- Clarify and Embrace Your Passion: Acknowledge what lights you up and commit to it without seeking others' validation.
- Prioritize Your Passion: Integrate it into your daily life by discussing it and allocating time for it in your schedule.
- Put Yourself First: It can be challenging to prioritize your needs if you often prioritize others. Now is the time to focus on what matters to you.
- Cultivate Curiosity: Explore your passion further by taking courses, learning from experts, or visiting relevant places. For instance, I attended several writing retreats after discovering my love for writing.
- Create Related Works: Once you find your passion, produce content that reflects it. After identifying my passion for writing, I completed and self-published my novel.
- Plan Ahead: Consider how you can pursue your passion more deeply. Outline the avenues you wish to explore and the steps required for each.
- Allow Yourself to Pursue Your Passion: Focusing on what you love is not selfish. Be mindful of any resistance you feel. What’s preventing you from pursuing your passion? Authenticity comes when you are in alignment with your true self.
I uncovered my writing passion at a retreat in Paris six years ago. Fortunately, I've been able to intertwine my interests—traveling to warm destinations while exploring the connections between money and relationships through writing! The best part is that I can now teach others how to live their passions in harmony with their true selves.
This video, "COACHING GREATNESS: 5 Ways to Ignite Your Passion, Purpose, & IMPACT," delves into strategies for discovering and nurturing your passions.
Chapter 2: Boosting Your Passion
In the video "DISCOVER and BOOST YOUR PASSIONS: 5 Best Tips!", explore practical tips to enhance your passion and integrate it into your everyday life.
Blogging can be a fulfilling and potentially lucrative side hustle. It allows you to share your passions and experiences while earning income.
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