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"Something"

"Discovering My Passion and Purpose"

By Isra SaleemPublished 24 days ago 3 min read
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"Something"
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I had been feeling lost for a long time, like I was wandering through a dense forest without a map or compass. I didn't know what I wanted, or where I was going, or even who I was anymore. It was like I had lost myself in the chaos of life.

One day, as I was walking through the city, I stumbled upon a small art studio. The door was open, and I could see a woman inside, painting at an easel. She looked up and caught my eye, and I felt a sudden sense of connection.

I went inside, and we started talking. She told me about her art, and how it was a way for her to express herself, to tap into her creativity and bring something new into the world. I was fascinated, and I found myself opening up to her in ways I never thought possible.

She asked me what I did, and I told her about my job, my hobbies, my interests. But as I spoke, I realized that I wasn't really passionate about any of it. It was all just something to fill the time, to distract me from the emptiness inside.

She listened intently, her eyes sparkling with understanding. And then she said something that changed everything: "You need to find your something."

"What do you mean?" I asked, confused.

"Your something," she repeated. "That thing that makes you come alive, that makes you feel like you're a part of something bigger than yourself. Everyone has something, but it's up to us to find it."

I left the studio that day with a newfound sense of purpose. I started exploring, trying new things, taking risks. And slowly but surely, I started to find my something.

It wasn't easy, and it wasn't quick. It took time, effort, and patience. But eventually, I discovered that my something was writing. It was the one thing that made me feel truly alive, truly connected to the world around me.

Now, I write every day, pouring my heart and soul onto the page. It's my way of expressing myself, of tapping into my creativity and bringing something new into the world. And it's all thanks to that woman in the art studio, who helped me find my something.

I realize now that I had been living someone else's dream, not my own. I was stuck in a rut, going through the motions, waiting for something to happen. But it wasn't until I found my something that I truly started living. I started seeing the world in a different light, noticing the beauty in the everyday, and finding meaning in the mundane.

My something has given me a sense of purpose, a sense of direction. It's helped me to connect with others, to build relationships, and to make a difference in the world. And it's all thanks to that woman in the art studio, who helped me to find my way. I'll always be grateful for that chance encounter, that moment of connection, that led me to my something.

I've learned that everyone has a something, a passion, a purpose. And it's never too late to find it. Whether you're 20 or 80, whether you're stuck in a rut or just starting out, it's always possible to discover your something.

So, if you're feeling lost, if you're feeling stuck, don't give up. Keep searching, keep exploring, keep trying new things. Because when you find your something, you'll know it, and it will change everything. You'll feel like you're a part of something bigger than yourself, like you're making a difference in the world.

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Isra Saleem

Versatile writer skilled in both tale & stories. Captivate readers with engaging content & immersive narratives. Passionate about informing, inspiring, & entertaining through words.

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  • SW23 days ago

    I'm looking for my person in the room. Your article is moving me in the right direction. Thank you so much.

  • Hey, just wanna let you know that this is more suitable to be posted in the Motivation community 😊

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