How to Find Your Purpose in Life
- kesha96
- Feb 13
- 4 min read
Why are you here? Do you know your purpose? Are you actually moving in the right direction—or just moving? And do you even need a life purpose? What if you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond and still struggling to figure it out?
If you’ve ever felt lost, uncertain, or frustrated when it comes to life purpose, you’re not alone. In fact, according to a 2018 study by the New York Times, only about 25% of American adults say they have a clear sense of purpose. That means most people are still figuring it out—so let’s take the pressure off and dive into what purpose really is, whether you need one, and how you can start finding yours today.
How To Find Life Purpose, What It Is...And Do You Need One?
The phrase life purpose stirs up a lot of different emotions in people. Some hear it and feel excited, others feel anxious or frustrated, and some just feel… nothing.
Here’s how I define it: Life purpose is simply your big reason (or reasons) for getting up in the morning. It’s the underlying theme that gives your life meaning, structure, and a sense of movement. That being said—not everyone needs a grand sense of purpose to be happy, but most people can benefit from having one.
Can you live without purpose? Absolutely. But much like adding seasoning to food, purpose makes life better. It can be the difference between an “okay” existence and a truly fulfilling one.
Unsure How to Find Life Purpose After 40? You're Not Alone.
If you’re over 30, 40, or 50 and still feel like you haven’t found your purpose, guess what? That’s normal. We’ve been conditioned to believe that life purpose is something we should figure out when we’re young—when, ironically, we know the least about ourselves and the world.
And here’s something to consider: If you don’t define your own purpose, someone else will. That might be your family, your job, your community, or even society at large. Sometimes, that’s fine. But other times, it can lead to living a life that serves them—not you.
This is why it’s so important to take charge of your own direction, no matter your age.
Purpose isn’t something you find once and keep forever; it evolves as you do. Checking in with yourself throughout life ensures that your purpose stays yours.
A lot of people think of purpose as this big, grand, soul-defining thing that you must discover—like a soulmate. But I don’t believe in just one purpose, just like I don’t believe in just one soulmate. There are many ways to live a meaningful life, and stressing over finding “The One” just makes the process harder.
This is why I value direction over purpose. Movement is key. You don’t need to know the final destination—you just need to pick a direction and start moving. Purpose often reveals itself through trial and error. Allow your journey to be messy, zigzagged, and full of exploration.
How Hypnotherapy Can Help You Find Your Life Purpose
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your deeper self, hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool to help you tap into your subconscious mind and uncover insights that aren’t immediately obvious.
Hypnotherapy helps quiet the noise of everyday life and connect you with your intuition, emotions, and desires. It can:
✔ Help clear mental blocks and limiting beliefs
✔ Reveal hidden passions and forgotten dreams
✔ Strengthen your confidence in making life changes
✔ Provide clarity on what truly fulfills you
Many of my clients come to me feeling lost, only to realize through hypnosis that they already know what they want—they just need assistance in uncovering it.
Ready to Start? Ask Yourself These Questions
Finding your purpose doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by asking yourself these simple questions:
What did you love doing as a child (around age 6 or 7)?
What do you love doing now? What could you do all day, every day?
What did you enjoy most about your best school or work experiences?
What bothers you the most about the world? What do you wish you could change?
What are you naturally good at? (What do others say you’re good at?)
If you’re spiritual or creative, consider exploring tools like astrology or tarot for insights into your unique path and energy.
Final Thoughts: Purpose Is Power, But It’s Not a Prison
At the end of the day, purpose isn’t about locking yourself into one role or mission forever. It’s about movement, growth, and staying open to change. If you’re feeling lost, start by choosing a direction—any direction—and take the first step.
And if you’re looking for deeper clarity, hypnotherapy might be just what you need to break through the mental fog and reconnect with what truly lights you up.
Your purpose is out there. But more importantly, your direction is waiting. It’s never too late to find it.
Kesha Dent is a certified hypnotherapist and the author of "Life Change Now" who is passionate about helping women find life purpose and direction and overcome anxiety in their 40s, 50s and beyond. You can find her at www.newworldhynosis.com .
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