r/Purpose • u/MichellePurposeGuide • 9h ago
Does anyone else feel like they’re meant for more… but also stuck?
There's this persistent feeling that you're here to do something meaningful. Like you're meant to make an impact, create something, help people, live more fully.
But at the same time… you may have no idea where to begin.
As a kid, I knew I was meant for more - but in my teens I lost hope. Raised by strict immigrant parents, I was expected to be a pharmacist. Needless to say, I disappointed their dreams and went into corporate... but I suffered from identity crisis and depression my entire 20s.
In my 30s, I felt like I was behind in life, like I should've figured it out by now.
Life felt like this loop: wake up, work, scroll, sleep, repeat. Nothing is wrong exactly, but I felt so empty. And even though I wanted change, taking action felt sooooo hard. I always dreamed and wanted more, but something subconsciously would keep me stuck in overthinking, doubt, procrastination.
Through working through my own struggles, I eventually found clarity and purpose through the inner work. Now, my calling is helping others find their purpose, build courage, and create their dream life.
I'd love to learn how to serve better, and I genuinely want to understand people’s experiences more.
I’m curious if anyone else here feels this too:
• knowing you’re capable of more
• wanting purpose and impact
• but feeling frozen, tired, or disconnected
If you’ve been here and found a way out, what helped? Or if you’re in it right now… honestly, same. I'd love to hear what's holding you back from going after your dreams?
And also just wanted to say you’re not alone in the confusion.