The answer is simple…
My thanks go to Lou over at Zen Flash 💛
“What is my purpose in life?” I asked the void. “What if I told you that you fulfilled it when you took an extra hour to talk to that kid about his life?” said the voice. “Or when you paid for that young couple in that restaurant? Or when you saved that dog in traffic? Or when you tied your father’s shoes for him?”
“Your problem is that you equate purpose with goal-based achievement. God or the Universe or morality isn’t interested in your achievements… just your heart. When you choose to act out of kindness, compassion and love, you are already aligned with your true purpose. No need to look any further.”
From ~ Note to Self ~
Source: Tao & Zen
Find Your Middle Ground 
Beautiful, Val! So true. ❤
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Thank you Mary. The truth lies in the simple things we often overlook 💕
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Truth! ❤
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That’s exactly what went through my mind when I read it this morning! Thank you Jill 💛
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So well explained but so much easier to read here. The print on your blog is easier to read than the original. 🙂 I’ve figured out that even though I don’t do anything especially well, I get to be the appreciator and encourager of others that do. If everyone could paint or sew equally well, who would be here to appreciate their talents? Or to say thank you, can you teach me some of what you know? It’s not a dramatic thing, just a little thing that can mean a lot to someone who needs it. Have a lovely exciting day. 🙂
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Marlene, you are what the world needs! Thank you for being here.
I have difficulty with dark backgrounds too 😉
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Thank you, Val. I have always had limited vision so I picked a theme where I could make the print large and clear. I still type in word at a 16 pt. font first. There are many blogs I just can’t read because as pretty as they appear, it’s too much of a struggle. I’m sure I’m not alone in this. Have a great weekend.
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Wonderful truth, Val.
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Thanks Sylvia. It is indeed 💛
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Very much worth considering.
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Indeed Dan. I can’t see any downside with this one!
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Simple, lovely truth here, Val. I want to put this one in a frame!
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I agree Carol. It’s something worth coming back to again and again 💛
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Simple and so true Val, really beautiful 😀
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Thank you Irene. Glad you enjoyed the simplicity of this 💛
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Perfect. And it usually manifests in small ways, not large ones. 💖
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Small drops of kindness and love add up that’s for sure. Thank you Van 💛
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I love this Val. Our heart is touched and we feel good inside when we have been able to help someone in some way – so simple really. We are made to love one another.
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Beautifully said Barb. Thank you 💛
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Thanks for this post Val – lovely! I am still pondering your ‘horse’ post and finding it to be very helpful in looking at my future directions.
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Pow. Big.
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Agreed❣
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I LOVED this! For reasons I can’t even find the words to express at the moment. But thank you…..
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Its because your heart knows ❤️
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YES! ~> “When you choose to act out of kindness, compassion and love, you are already aligned with your true purpose. No need to look any further.”
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So glad this resonates with you Nancy 💕
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