As I progress through life, my views change and naturally evolve. These last few weeks, they have primarily involved a renewed interest in stoicism as well as my primary life purpose of serving others.
I remember before I had these profound moments of being in the moment and realizing the vastness of it all. These moments were far and few in between and occurred when in nature. After practicing meditation, journaling, and general mindfulness I experience these moments more often.
Stoicism has always inspired me and calmed me at the same time with a central theme of focusing on only what is under my control. Understanding the concepts and the fact that over 2000 years ago people were grappling with the same issues as today is comforting. I have a deeper understanding of some concepts and as I gain knowledge it just makes me happier.
I feel as if in my mind I am thinking in terms of a giant 3D mind map of different life concepts. I zoom in and out on what knowledge I need and on what perspective each scenario requires. Then I take quiet time to just be in the moment and watch my thoughts go by. Each life concept gets worked on and new concepts are added or removed that no longer serve me.
My current understanding of my purpose is to learn lessons throughout my life and to give and receive love. Serving others and being useful to others is another key purpose. Providing value to others while at the same time striking a balance in my own life of self-worth and growth.