Empowered By Purpose
The purpose of a system is the intended objective, function, or outcome the system was designed to accomplish, support, or achieve. Or even more simply: Purpose = what the system exists to do.
Purpose is often discussed in vague motivational language, reduced to emotional inspiration, personal preference, or abstract ideas about fulfillment. However, when examined through the lens of systems engineering, purpose becomes something far more operational and structurally significant.
Purpose is the governing objective that directs system behavior, priorities, resource allocation, adaptation, and the evaluation of success or failure.
In systems engineering, functional systems are intentionally structured around governing objectives. Without a clearly defined purpose, optimization becomes impossible because there is no meaningful standard against which decisions, tradeoffs, or outcomes can be evaluated. A system lacking coherent purpose struggles to prioritize resources, maintain alignment, or sustain long-term stability. Over time, fragmentation and inefficiency often emerge.
Purpose governs and constrains the trajectory of a system by defining directional priorities, acceptable tradeoffs, operational constraints, and evaluative criteria. In this way, purpose functions similarly to a mission parameter or navigational vector. It influences what the system moves toward, what it avoids, and how success or failure is interpreted.
Consider the example of an aircraft. A commercial airliner and a fighter jet are both aircraft, yet their architectures differ dramatically because their governing purposes differ. A commercial airliner is engineered primarily for efficient passenger transportation and safety, while a fighter jet is engineered for speed, maneuverability, tactical responsiveness, and combat performance. Once the governing objective changes, the entire system architecture changes with it.
This same principle applies to human systems.
When applied to human life, purpose becomes the higher-order objective structure that organizes behavior, priorities, endurance, sacrifice, and long-term trajectory. Put more simply, purpose is what the human system is fundamentally orienting itself toward.
That orientation influences:
- decision-making,
- habits,
- energy allocation,
- emotional resilience,
- relationships,
- discipline,
- sacrifice,
- and willingness to endure hardship for meaningful objectives.
A person lacking coherent purpose often experiences drift, fragmentation between competing objectives, reduced resilience, and increased susceptibility to external pressures or short-term impulses. Systems without coherent direction frequently become reactive rather than intentional. This pattern can emerge not only in individuals, but also in organizations, businesses, governments, and entire civilizations.
Within the framework of Independent Integration Systems Engineering (XSE), purpose can be understood as the orienting objective structure directing the trajectory of the integrated human system. It represents the strategic directional objective toward which Mind, Body, Spirit, Heart, and Will become increasingly aligned. This aligns with the broader XSE emphasis on intentional structure, systems awareness, adaptation, integration, and unified human development.
Purpose also connects closely to the Luxxacation framework’s emphasis on meaningful advancement through the progression of “Take Time, Build Strength, Rise Above.” Rather than viewing life as disconnected experiences or reactive emotional states, the systems perspective views human development as an integrated process requiring clarity of direction, disciplined inputs, intentional adaptation, and long-term alignment.
In practical terms, purpose influences:
- what information people pursue,
- how they allocate time and attention,
- what relationships they cultivate,
- what sacrifices they are willing to make,
- what discomfort they are willing to endure,
- and how they respond to adversity, uncertainty, and opportunity.
Clear purpose does not eliminate hardship, but it often increases coherence, resilience, adaptability, and the ability to maintain trajectory during instability.
From a systems perspective, purpose is not merely an emotion, preference, or motivational feeling. It is an organizing principle. It is the governing objective that shapes trajectory, regulates priorities, influences adaptation, and determines whether the human system operates primarily through fragmentation or increasing integration.
At its deepest level, purpose raises a larger philosophical question: whether human beings merely construct meaning subjectively, or whether meaning and directional purpose are embedded within human nature itself. The systems perspective does not eliminate that question. Rather, it sharpens it.
Unlock the Secret to a Driving Force
Purpose is one of the most powerful forces shaping human behavior, direction, endurance, and advancement. A person with a clear sense of purpose often operates with greater clarity, resilience, motivation, and intentionality because purpose functions as a governing objective that organizes priorities, decisions, and long-term trajectory. Rather than drifting aimlessly through life reacting to circumstances, purpose provides a directional framework that helps orient the human system toward meaningful goals and desired outcomes.
When individuals possess a strong sense of purpose, motivation becomes far more sustainable. Instead of relying solely on external rewards, recognition, or temporary emotional excitement, purpose activates deeper intrinsic motivation. People become driven by meaning, fulfillment, contribution, and alignment with what they believe truly matters. This deeper motivation often produces greater consistency, discipline, and perseverance because actions are connected to a larger mission rather than short-term impulses alone.
Purpose also ignites passion and enthusiasm. When individuals feel connected to a meaningful objective, they are naturally more inclined to invest energy, attention, and effort into their pursuits. Challenges become easier to endure because the person sees value in the process and significance in the destination. Even difficult work can become meaningful when connected to a larger purpose.
A clearly defined purpose also creates direction and focus. In a world filled with distractions, competing priorities, and endless options, purpose acts as a stabilizing navigation vector. It helps individuals evaluate opportunities, make decisions, and determine which actions align with their long-term objectives. Without purpose, people often experience confusion, indecision, fragmentation, or constant shifts in direction. With purpose, decisions become more coherent because there is a governing framework guiding behavior and priorities.
Purpose is also deeply connected to resilience. Life inevitably involves obstacles, uncertainty, setbacks, suffering, and periods of difficulty. During these moments, purpose can serve as an anchor that helps individuals endure hardship without losing direction. People who possess a strong sense of purpose are often better able to maintain hope, discipline, and persistence because they see present struggles within the context of a larger mission or meaningful trajectory. Purpose expands perspective beyond immediate discomfort and strengthens the willingness to continue advancing despite adversity.
In addition, purpose encourages continual growth and adaptation. Individuals driven by purpose are often more willing to learn, refine themselves, acquire knowledge, and develop new skills because growth becomes necessary for fulfilling their larger objective. Purpose promotes intentional self-development rather than passive existence. It can cultivate adaptability by encouraging individuals to view change not simply as disruption, but as part of the advancement process.
Beyond achievement alone, purpose contributes to meaning and fulfillment. Many people eventually discover that external success without deeper meaning can still leave a sense of emptiness or dissatisfaction. Purpose helps integrate actions, values, and aspirations into a more unified life structure. When individuals believe their actions contribute to something meaningful, they often experience greater satisfaction, gratitude, and overall well-being.
Purpose frequently extends beyond the self as well. Many people discover that some of the deepest forms of fulfillment emerge through contribution, service, mentorship, creation, protection, leadership, or helping others advance. This outward orientation strengthens connectedness, community, and a sense of participation in something larger than oneself.
From a systems perspective, purpose is not merely an emotional feeling or inspirational slogan. It is an organizing principle that influences trajectory, resource allocation, resilience, priorities, and adaptation. Purpose governs what individuals pursue, what they sacrifice for, how they respond to adversity, and ultimately what direction their lives take. When purpose aligns with integrity, truth, and meaningful objectives, it can become a powerful force that empowers individuals to advance, endure, grow, and pursue lasting fulfillment.
On the Flip Side:
Without purpose, motivation often becomes inconsistent and heavily dependent on temporary emotions, external rewards, or immediate gratification. When challenges arise, there may be little deeper reason to persist through difficulty. Obstacles that might otherwise be viewed as part of a meaningful journey can instead feel pointless, overwhelming, or discouraging. As a result, individuals may abandon goals prematurely, lose momentum, or continually shift directions without sustained commitment.
A lack of purpose can also contribute to indecision and scattered priorities. Without a larger framework guiding choices, people may struggle to determine what truly matters, leading to conflicting pursuits, wasted energy, and continual distraction. Modern environments are filled with competing influences, entertainment, social pressures, and endless streams of information. In the absence of clear direction, individuals can become reactive rather than intentional, allowing external forces to dictate habits, values, and behavior.
Emotionally, a lack of purpose may contribute to feelings of emptiness, apathy, hopelessness, or chronic dissatisfaction. Even achievement itself can begin to feel hollow if disconnected from meaningful direction. Some individuals may continually chase stimulation, success, possessions, status, or recognition in an attempt to fill the void left by the absence of deeper meaning, only to discover that temporary pleasures rarely provide lasting fulfillment.
A person without purpose may also become more vulnerable to destructive behaviors or unhealthy coping mechanisms. When individuals lack meaningful direction, they may seek escape through excessive distraction, addictions, impulsive behavior, unhealthy relationships, or constant entertainment. These patterns may temporarily numb discomfort while failing to address the deeper absence of orientation and meaning.
Relationships can also be affected. Purpose often helps establish values, boundaries, responsibility, and commitment. Without it, relationships may become unstable, overly self-centered, transactional, or directionless. A lack of purpose can weaken the ability to contribute meaningfully to family, community, or society because there is little overarching mission guiding behavior toward service, growth, or responsibility.
From a systems perspective, purpose acts as an organizing principle that helps integrate the human system. Without integration, fragmentation tends to increase. Thoughts, habits, emotions, actions, and priorities may begin pulling in conflicting directions. Energy becomes scattered rather than strategically allocated. Over time, this can contribute to chronic stress, instability, lack of fulfillment, and a diminished sense of identity or direction.
A lack of purpose does not mean a person lacks value or potential. Human beings remain capable of growth, change, learning, and realignment throughout life. However, without meaningful direction, much of that potential may remain underdeveloped, misdirected, or disconnected from deeper fulfillment.
Purpose gives trajectory to the human system. Without trajectory, systems tend to drift. And systems that drift long enough often become increasingly vulnerable to confusion, disorder, and external control rather than intentional advancement.
Don't Neglect Your Purpose or the Power it Contains
Purpose can provide the motivation, drive, and commitment that are often attributed to success. A strong sense of purpose is a deeply motivating force that goes beyond external rewards and taps into intrinsic motivation. Here are several ways in which purpose contributes to success:
Intrinsic Motivation: Personal Fulfillment: Purpose aligns with personal values and aspirations, providing a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction. The pursuit of meaningful goals becomes a source of joy and satisfaction, driving individuals to invest time and effort.
Passion and Enthusiasm: Igniting Passion: Purpose ignites passion and enthusiasm for one’s endeavors. When individuals are passionate about what they do, they are more likely to approach tasks with energy, creativity, and a positive attitude.
Guiding Decision-Making: Clarity in Decision-Making: Purpose serves as a guiding principle in decision-making. It helps individuals make choices that align with their long-term vision and goals, reducing indecision and maintaining focus.
Persistence and Resilience: Overcoming Challenges: Purpose fosters resilience and the ability to overcome challenges. Individuals driven by a sense of purpose are more likely to persist in the face of setbacks, viewing obstacles as temporary hurdles on the path to their larger goals.
Goal Setting and Achievement: Setting Meaningful Goals: Purpose provides clarity in goal setting, helping individuals define what success means to them. Meaningful goals become powerful drivers of achievement and success.
Continuous Learning and Growth: Commitment to Growth: Purpose encourages a commitment to continuous learning and personal growth. Individuals with a sense of purpose actively seek opportunities for development, enhancing their skills and knowledge.
Increased Well-Being: Positive Well-Being: Pursuing a purpose is often linked to overall well-being. Individuals who find meaning in their actions and contributions tend to experience higher levels of life satisfaction and positive well-being.
Alignment with Values: Value Alignment: Purpose is often closely tied to an individual’s values. When actions align with one’s values and sense of purpose, there is a natural sense of coherence and authenticity, contributing to a more satisfying and successful life.
Focus and Time Management: Prioritizing Important Tasks: Purpose helps individuals prioritize tasks and activities that are aligned with their overarching goals. This focus contributes to effective time management and productivity.
Impact on Others: Positive Impact: Purpose often involves a desire to make a positive impact on others or society. This outward focus enhances a sense of connectedness and community, contributing to a broader definition of success.
In summary, purpose provides a profound and intrinsic source of motivation, fueling the determination, passion, and commitment needed for success. It serves as a guiding force that empowers individuals to overcome challenges, set meaningful goals, and achieve a sense of fulfillment in their endeavors.
Purpose is Connected to Motivation
A strong purpose often:
stabilizes motivation,
restores motivation after setbacks,
and sustains action when emotions fluctuate.
Without purpose motivation becomes unstable and easily manipulated. Without motivation purpose may remain intellectually understood but poorly executed.
This Explains Why People Continue Despite Difficulty:
A person with strong purpose may continue acting even when motivation is low because:
purpose can sustain discipline,
discipline can sustain action,
and action can eventually regenerate motivation.
| Element | Function |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Defines intended trajectory |
| Motivation | Contributes energetic drive toward movement |
| Will | Sustains committed directional action |
| Mind | Evaluates and processes |
| Body | Executes |
| Spirit | Contributes meaning, morale, and higher orientation |
Purpose has become a major area of focus not only for life coaches, but also for business executives, leadership experts, military organizations, educators, athletic coaches, wellness professionals, entrepreneurs, organizational strategists, and many other fields concerned with human performance, resilience, advancement, and fulfillment. The reason is relatively straightforward: individuals who possess a strong sense of purpose often demonstrate greater motivation, discipline, endurance, clarity, resilience, engagement, and long-term effectiveness.
Purpose functions as a governing objective that organizes priorities, decisions, and behavior. When individuals understand what they are working toward and why it matters, they are generally more driven to act intentionally and persist through challenges. Because of this, many professions that depend upon sustained human performance place significant value on helping people discover meaningful direction and alignment.
Life coaches frequently emphasize purpose because it helps individuals move beyond passive existence and toward intentional living. A clear sense of purpose often increases intrinsic motivation, meaning people become driven not merely by external rewards or pressure, but by internal meaning and fulfillment. This deeper motivation tends to be more sustainable over time, especially when individuals encounter obstacles, setbacks, or periods requiring discipline and perseverance.
Business executives and organizational leaders also place high value on purpose because purpose-driven individuals and teams are often more engaged, innovative, committed, and resilient. Companies increasingly recognize that employees who feel connected to meaningful objectives tend to demonstrate stronger morale, greater productivity, improved collaboration, and increased long-term retention. Purpose helps unify teams around mission-oriented goals rather than fragmented individual interests alone.
Entrepreneurs frequently rely on purpose to sustain the enormous levels of effort, uncertainty, adaptation, and risk required to build organizations, products, or movements. During periods of stress or failure, purpose can help maintain direction and persistence when immediate rewards are absent.
Military organizations have historically emphasized mission, duty, meaning, and purpose because individuals operating under extreme pressure often require a larger objective that transcends temporary discomfort or fear. A clearly understood mission can strengthen morale, cohesion, endurance, sacrifice, and resilience in difficult conditions.
Athletic coaches and performance trainers similarly recognize the importance of purpose because athletes who possess meaningful reasons for training often display higher levels of discipline, consistency, focus, and willingness to endure rigorous preparation. Purpose can transform repetitive effort into meaningful advancement.
Educators and mentors value purpose because students who understand the significance of learning are generally more engaged, curious, disciplined, and future-oriented. Purpose provides context for effort and helps individuals connect present actions with long-term goals and contribution.
Mental wellness advocates, personal development professionals, and wellness-oriented coaches often explore purpose because meaning and direction are closely connected to motivation, emotional resilience, fulfillment, and overall well-being. Individuals who perceive meaning in their actions frequently experience greater satisfaction, stronger perseverance, and a clearer sense of identity and direction.
Purpose also plays an important role in leadership development. Leaders who operate with clear purpose are often better able to inspire others, maintain consistency during adversity, communicate vision effectively, and make decisions aligned with long-term objectives rather than short-term emotional reactions.
From a systems perspective, the widespread emphasis on purpose across so many disciplines is not accidental. Purpose influences:
- motivation,
- attention,
- resource allocation,
- resilience,
- priorities,
- behavioral consistency,
- long-term planning,
- and adaptation under pressure.
In many ways, purpose acts as a central organizing principle of human performance. Without purpose, individuals and organizations are more vulnerable to distraction, fragmentation, disengagement, confusion, and drift. With purpose, actions become more integrated, intentional, and aligned toward meaningful outcomes.
This is why so many fields concerned with human advancement place such high value on helping people identify meaningful direction. Purpose does not eliminate hardship or guarantee success, but it often provides the motivational structure, clarity, and endurance necessary to continue advancing through difficulty while remaining aligned with meaningful objectives.
And Both are Connected to Willpower
Purpose sets the trajectory. Motivation generates momentum. Willpower maintains movement despite resistance.
1. PURPOSE → “Why am I moving?”
Purpose is the higher-order objective, mission, intended trajectory, & orienting structure. Purpose determines what matters, what is worth sacrifice, what direction the system organizes around. Purpose is relatively stable compared to motivation.
2. MOTIVATION → “How energized do I currently feel?”
Motivation is activation energy, emotional/cognitive drive, & desire toward action. Motivation fluctuates heavily due to mood, environment, sleep, stress, hormones, novelty, encouragement, fear, reward anticipation. Motivation helps initiate movement. But motivation alone is unreliable long-term.
3. WILLPOWER → “Will I continue despite resistance?”
Willpower is self-regulatory force, inhibitory and directive control, persistence under friction, & the ability to continue intentionally despite competing impulses. Willpower becomes most important when motivation drops, discomfort increases, distractions appear, & resistance emerges.
Motivation and willpower are interconnected aspects of human behavior, and they often work together to drive individuals toward their goals. While they are related, they represent different psychological constructs.
Motivation:
- Motivation is the internal or external force that initiates, guides, and sustains goal-directed behavior. It is the driving factor that prompts individuals to take action, pursue objectives, and seek rewards or outcomes.
- Motivation can be intrinsic (arising from internal desires, interests, or values) or extrinsic (influenced by external factors such as rewards, recognition, or societal expectations).
- It provides the energy and direction needed to start and maintain activities. For example, a person motivated by a desire to improve health may engage in regular exercise.
Willpower:
- Willpower, also known as self-control or self-discipline, refers to the ability to resist short-term temptations, overcome impulses, and persist in actions that align with long-term goals.
- It involves the conscious exertion of control over one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, particularly in situations where immediate gratification may conflict with long-term objectives.
- Willpower is essential for making decisions that require restraint, delay of gratification, or adherence to a plan. For instance, resisting the urge to eat unhealthy snacks when trying to maintain a balanced diet.
Connection between Motivation and Willpower:
Initiating Action: Motivation serves as the initial spark that prompts individuals to set goals and take action. Willpower becomes crucial when implementing plans, especially in situations where distractions or challenges may arise.
Sustaining Effort: As individuals work toward their goals, they may encounter obstacles or experience moments of low motivation. Willpower becomes instrumental in maintaining effort and commitment during these challenging times.
Overcoming Obstacles: Both motivation and willpower play a role in overcoming obstacles. Motivation provides the desire to overcome challenges, while willpower enables individuals to persist in the face of difficulties.
Resisting Temptations: Willpower is often required to resist immediate temptations that may conflict with long-term goals. Motivation influences the strength of the desire to resist these temptations.
Achieving Long-Term Objectives: Willpower helps individuals stay on course and make choices aligned with their long-term objectives. Motivation provides the underlying drive to achieve these objectives.
It’s important to recognize that both motivation and willpower are psychological resources that can be influenced by various factors, including individual differences, environmental cues, and the specific nature of the goals. Additionally, cultivating habits, creating a supportive environment, and breaking down goals into manageable steps can positively impact both motivation and willpower.
Where Does Purpose Come From?
Seeking the Designer: Purpose, Systems, and the Search for Truth
Human beings are extraordinary systems. We learn, adapt, create, build, destroy, recover, and advance. Across history, humans have demonstrated the ability to become artists, engineers, parents, leaders, inventors, protectors, teachers, and explorers. We are capable of immense creativity and remarkable transformation. Yet despite these possibilities, one of the deepest questions remains:
What was I created for?
From a systems engineering perspective, this is not an irrational question at all. In fact, it may be one of the most logical questions a person can ask.
If a complex system has a designer, then seeking understanding from the designer regarding the system’s intended purpose, operational boundaries, and optimal functioning would generally be considered wise. This principle applies in engineering, architecture, aviation, software development, medicine, and nearly every field involving sophisticated systems.
A person operating an advanced aircraft without consulting the flight manual would likely encounter unnecessary confusion, inefficiency, or danger. Likewise, someone attempting to operate complex machinery while ignoring the designer’s instructions risks misusing the system in ways that reduce performance or even cause damage.
The same reasoning can be explored in relation to human life.
Humans as Multi-Dimensional Systems
Humans are not simplistic machines. We are highly integrated beings involving mind, body, and spirit functioning together through continual feedback loops, adaptation, and environmental interaction. Our thoughts influence physiology. Physiology influences emotions. Relationships influence cognition. Purpose influences resilience.
This systems-oriented perspective recognizes that humans possess:
- Physical capacities
- Intellectual capacities
- Emotional capacities
- Moral capacities
- Creative capacities
- Relational capacities
- Spiritual capacities
Because of this complexity, humans can pursue many different paths and still function at some level. However, capability alone does not necessarily define intended purpose.
A knife can be used as a screwdriver, but that does not mean it was designed for that purpose. A system may be capable of many actions while still having optimal functions aligned with its design.
This raises an important philosophical and systems-level consideration:
If humans possess intentional design, then understanding the intentions of the designer may provide the clearest direction regarding purpose, flourishing, and proper alignment.
The Difference Between Capability and Purpose
Modern culture often emphasizes personal preference as the primary determinant of purpose:
- “Be whatever you want.”
- “Create your own truth.”
- “Define yourself however you choose.”
While autonomy and creativity are valuable human traits, systems thinking suggests an important distinction between:
- what a system can do, and
- what a system was designed to do.
A smartphone can technically be used as a paperweight, but that use ignores most of its capabilities and intended design. Likewise, humans may pursue paths that underutilize, distort, or oppose aspects of their deeper nature.
This does not mean every person receives instant clarity about purpose. Complex systems often require investigation, calibration, learning, discipline, and refinement.
In XSE-oriented thinking, investigation and truth-seeking are foundational principles because integrity depends upon alignment with reality rather than illusion. The pursuit of truth becomes essential for understanding both the system and its intended trajectory.
Seeking the Designer Is Rational
If one accepts the premise that human beings are intentionally created rather than accidental products of randomness alone, then seeking guidance from the Creator or Designer becomes a rational extension of systems analysis.
In engineering terms:
- Designers understand architecture.
- Designers understand constraints.
- Designers understand operational limits.
- Designers understand intended outcomes.
- Designers understand maintenance requirements.
- Designers understand failure modes.
- Designers understand optimal performance conditions.
Therefore, seeking truth from the Designer could be viewed not merely as a religious impulse, but as a systems-level pursuit of alignment.
This does not eliminate free will. Humans still make choices. Systems can operate outside intended parameters. But operating outside intended design often carries consequences:
- psychological fragmentation
- relational instability
- addiction
- purposelessness
- self-destructive behavior
- chronic confusion
- disordered priorities
A system disconnected from its source of truth may still function temporarily, but often with increasing inefficiency, instability, or internal conflict.
Purpose Is Discovered Through Alignment
Many people spend years chasing achievement only to discover that success alone does not necessarily produce fulfillment. Wealth, status, stimulation, and recognition may satisfy certain desires temporarily while still leaving deeper questions unresolved.
Why?
Because purpose may involve more than performance.
A systems perspective suggests that fulfillment often emerges through increasing alignment:
- alignment with truth
- alignment with integrity
- alignment between values and actions
- alignment between internal and external life
- alignment with authentic purpose
This process frequently requires humility because it involves accepting that humans may not be entirely self-originating or self-defining.
In many areas of life, wisdom begins when a person recognizes that they do not possess complete understanding independently.
The Search for Direction
Seeking direction from the Designer does not necessarily imply passivity or abandoning responsibility. Rather, it may involve:
- reflection
- prayer
- study
- moral development
- disciplined thinking
- observation
- gratitude
- humility
- service
- integrity
- continual learning
From a systems standpoint, this resembles calibration.
A pilot continually calibrates instruments to maintain trajectory. Likewise, humans may need continual recalibration to remain aligned with truth, purpose, and healthy functioning.
This process is rarely instantaneous. It is often iterative and developmental.
The Importance of Truth
A central issue in purpose is truth itself.
A system cannot be optimized around false assumptions indefinitely. Incorrect inputs produce distorted outputs. Inaccurate maps lead travelers off course. Faulty diagnostics create flawed interventions.
Thus, if there truly is a Designer, then seeking authentic truth about human nature and purpose would be profoundly important.
Not merely comforting truth.
Not merely convenient truth.
But truth grounded in reality.
From this perspective, integrity becomes more than morality alone. Integrity becomes structural alignment with what is true.
Final Reflection
If humans are intentionally designed systems capable of extraordinary complexity and potential, then seeking understanding from the source of that design is among the most rational pursuits available.
Not because humans lack value or intelligence independently, but because even highly advanced systems benefit from alignment with the truth of their design, purpose, and intended direction.
And perhaps one of the greatest forms of wisdom is not merely asking:
“What am I capable of doing?”
but also asking:
“What was I created for?”