Lore's Definition of Purpose in "The Pathfinder"
This Pathfinder Summary II involves asking you a few questions about Chapters 15-29. （Lore, Nicholas. 2012. The Pathfinder: How to Choose or Change Your Career for a Lifetime of Satisfaction and Success. New York: Fireside. (2nd edition - ISBN 978-1451608328)
1. How does The Pathfinder specifically define “purpose?” What, according to Lore, does it mean to “live from a purpose?” What, in your own opinion, are the benefits to living from a purpose? What are some of the drawbacks to living from a purpose? Is it possible/useful to distinguish between living from a purpose and working from a purpose? How so?
2. Choose ONE of the "Inquiries" that you completed from Chapters 15-29 to discuss. Which inquiry did you complete (name it) and what was the overall outcome/result of the inquiry (describe in detail what you did)? Why did you decide to complete that particular inquiry and what personal insights did you gain from doing it? How might this inquiry help in finishing school, making future decisions and planning your career?
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Nicholas Lore, The Pathfinder: How to Choose or Change Your Career for a Lifetime of Satisfaction and Success.
How does the Pathfinder specifically define purpose? What, according to Lore, does it mean to live for a purpose? What is your opinion, are the benefits of living from purpose? What are some of the drawbacks to living from a purpose and working from a purpose? How so?
According to Lore CITATION Nic12 \n \t \l 1033 (2012), each person has their own definition and perception of purpose. However, for the purpose of understanding the importance of purpose, Lore defines it as an “ongoing commitment to a principle that becomes who you are” (p. 407). In other words, it is not a goal or a belief to be realized but a place where beliefs and goals come from. In essence, when a person realizes their purpose, they become reinvented because of the new beliefs and points of daily actions that enhance the purpose. Unlike meaningful work, which means satisfying oneself as they are now, finding something they find joy in doing, and pursuing something that matters, living from purpose exists in the reality of pure creation and innovation.
Thus, when a person is living by their purpose, it means they are doing what really matters to them and that whatever they are doing is aligned with their values and beliefs. This means that people living for a purpose are not only defined by what they are doing but by the beliefs and values that are fueling what they are doing. Thus, it is an ongoing commitment to a principle that becomes who the person is. Researchers, psychologists, counselors, and life coaches agree that living by a purpose has positive health outcomes, including peace of mind, psychological resilience, and a longer lifespan. Further, living from a purpose gives people a sense of direction that gives them a reason to want to live. Lastly, living from purpose allows an individual to sharpen their skills in particular areas that shape their purpose. As a result, since a purpose is...