Author: Gleniz

I’ve been tinkering on this blog post for some time now. The thoughts are concrete in my mind, but I find it challenging to put them into words. I know that I have to have it written just in case my mind wanders too much or get confused. Finally I finished it and here it is:

Through reading books and listening to intellectual conversations on podcasts, I’ve often encountered questions like, “What is your purpose?” “What’s your ikigai?” “What is your life’s mission? Your vocation?” They highlighted how important it is to have an answer, but these questions leave me stunned and speechless because I really don’t know. I envy those who have figured out theirs and are actively pursuing it.

I feel like it’s easier for some people. Kenneth, for example, is very serious about his career, so I believe what keeps him going for now is to climb the corporate ladder and provide for our small furry family. For mothers, it’s to be a good mom and raise well-adjusted kids. For religious people, it’s to serve God. For someone like me who isn’t focused on career advancement, isn’t a mom, does not have a religion, it’s quite hard. I feel like I’m at a disadvantage figuring this out. But I thought, maybe I just need some time. And indeed, time is what I needed.