What Is Your Calling?

November 16, 2008

Dear Friends,

When I was inspired to write my book and get it published, I experienced the divine flow like never before. With incredible ease and grace, I was unmistakably directed to the publisher of my book; the cover photo was divinely delivered to me; three of the notable people who first endorsed my book literally showed up on the doorstep of my church; and my first significant speaking engagement was a rare opportunity that just came my way. Even when I was writing my book, I received extended, unexpected income to help support me during that lengthy process.

The reason, I believe, that the flow was so consistent and obvious in this instance, was simply because the activity that I was engaged in was directly related to my “calling.” A calling is something that you are extremely passionate about. It is something that adds purpose and meaning to your life. It is something that you have an innate talent for, find extremely fulfilling, and would do even if you received no income for doing it.

I found my calling when I was first invited to teach a weekly class to a group of adults at a Unity church in Dallas, Texas. I had never done anything even remotely like that before. But I found it to be the single most fulfilling experience of my life. Within a very short amount of time, I knew that I had found my life’s purpose. I knew that I was on this earth to use my skills and ability as a communicator to deliver a message. And that message was that we live in an incredibly beneficent universe—a universe that is continually working on our behalf to help us fulfill our heart’s desires.

So why—once I found my calling—would I have noticed the flow to such an elevated degree? It is simply because a calling is a true desire of the heart. And being aware of that calling meant that I was consciously aligned with that desire—that my head was aligned with my heart, and that every part of me was open and receptive to moving in the same direction.

One of the main obstacles to living life in the divine flow—in all areas of life—is that your heart may be encouraging you to go in one direction, while your head is looking in another direction. This makes it extremely difficult for you to see the divine signs that are pointing you toward your highest good, and toward your greatest joy.

Have you found your calling yet? If not, begin by asking yourself a few simple questions. What are you good at? What unique combination of talents, skills, or abilities do you have? What brings you the most joy? What have you been fascinated with your whole life?

Remember that your calling is not always something that becomes your career. It may simply be something special that you have to share with this world, no matter what activity you are engaged in.

Here’s to finding your passion in life . . . your purpose . . . your calling. And more than that, here’s to answering that call. When you do, I guarantee you this: It will feel as if the entire universe is bending over backwards to support you in your endeavor. Because it is!

Steven

P.S. I know that getting in touch with one’s passion and purpose is not always simple. If you feel challenged in this area, you might want to investigate the program offered at this site: PassionTestOnline.com. I have not enrolled in this program myself, so I cannot personally vouch for it. But I did notice that the initial cost is minimal—a $2 donation for a 30-day trial—so perhaps it would be well worth your time.

© 2008 by Steven Lane Taylor
Author of Row, Row, Row Your Boat:
A Guide for Living Life in the Divine Flow
www.rowrowrow.com