The power of finding meaning when you are younger

Of all books, this one has had the most impact on my life

“Researchers have found that on average we feel that our lives have the most purpose at the age of about 60”

from The Times: “You will discover the meaning of life (but you’ll have to hit 60 first)”

Purpose and Meaning are at the heart of who I am and the work I do, the clients and their businesses that I serve. Today I reflect on the immense power it brings to find meaning younger in life (say in your 20s, 30s or early 40s).

The younger people I have met who have real clarity of who they are, their purpose, where they find meaning, those people tend to be hugely successful at achieving their goals in life and business.

So, what makes finding meaning when younger so powerful?

Well, the article from the Times goes on to note:

“Young adults in their twenties and adults in their thirties are actively seeking out careers, friendships and romantic relationships. People in their forties and fifties usually have more established careers and relationships; many of them have families and children. The active pursuit for meaning decreases and the perception that their life is meaningful increases.”

So, it stands to reason that if someone in their younger decades has that clarity of purpose, they can ally that to their…