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Here is a thought. In the military we had a purpose, whether it was mopping a deck or training to be an operator. Our task at that time was important to us.
Once a person leaves the military finding their purpose is a mission in its self. It is not easy trying to fit in a job, or laugh at someone’s joke at work that you can’t stand. So how do we overcome this task of finding our purpose again?
Stew, that’s a great question. I think the two biggest questions to an service member transitioning into the veteran world are: 1. Who am I now ?(What is my identity) and 2. What am I supposed to do with myself? (What is my purpose). These aren’t specific to the veteran world but rather questions that all humanity wrestles with. Knowing your identity and purpose are key to a fulfilled life.
Identity: 1. who or what somebody/something is 2. the characteristics, feelings or beliefs that make people different from others
For the veteran who joined early in life, the final formative years were shaped by an organization which provided a blueprint for the identity they wished you to assume. After exiting the armed services, free will and the lack of direction (orders) can leave a person rudderless, adrift in a sea of choices. What do you believe or hold strong convictions about? What we do is not who we are. The world wants us to label ourselves- I’m an alcoholic, I’m a murder, I’m a football player. God wants us to identify ourselves intrinsically. (belonging to or part of the real nature of something/somebody) I’m of the opinion that if you search for what you believe- the principles that you are willing to bleed and die for, you will find your identity. It is formed from things internal and external.
Purpose: the intention, aim or function of something; the thing that something is supposed to achieve
When you are secure in your identity I hope that your purpose becomes clear. We need people of passion, those that know what they believe in and are willing to fight to make the world a better place. Purpose and identity are linked in my mind. When I found my identity in Christ, I understood why I went through the things I did. They were preparation to serve in my current capacity. I am to listen, to learn, and to speak out for others, especially the misunderstood combat veteran.
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Art Murphy Junior
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March 5, 2020 15:04Here is a thought. In the military we had a purpose, whether it was mopping a deck or training to be an operator. Our task at that time was important to us.
Once a person leaves the military finding their purpose is a mission in its self. It is not easy trying to fit in a job, or laugh at someone’s joke at work that you can’t stand. So how do we overcome this task of finding our purpose again?
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March 6, 2020 16:30Stew, that’s a great question. I think the two biggest questions to an service member transitioning into the veteran world are: 1. Who am I now ?(What is my identity) and 2. What am I supposed to do with myself? (What is my purpose). These aren’t specific to the veteran world but rather questions that all humanity wrestles with. Knowing your identity and purpose are key to a fulfilled life.
Identity: 1. who or what somebody/something is 2. the characteristics, feelings or beliefs that make people different from others
For the veteran who joined early in life, the final formative years were shaped by an organization which provided a blueprint for the identity they wished you to assume. After exiting the armed services, free will and the lack of direction (orders) can leave a person rudderless, adrift in a sea of choices. What do you believe or hold strong convictions about? What we do is not who we are. The world wants us to label ourselves- I’m an alcoholic, I’m a murder, I’m a football player. God wants us to identify ourselves intrinsically. (belonging to or part of the real nature of something/somebody) I’m of the opinion that if you search for what you believe- the principles that you are willing to bleed and die for, you will find your identity. It is formed from things internal and external.
Purpose: the intention, aim or function of something; the thing that something is supposed to achieve
When you are secure in your identity I hope that your purpose becomes clear. We need people of passion, those that know what they believe in and are willing to fight to make the world a better place. Purpose and identity are linked in my mind. When I found my identity in Christ, I understood why I went through the things I did. They were preparation to serve in my current capacity. I am to listen, to learn, and to speak out for others, especially the misunderstood combat veteran.
Art Murphy Junior
November 1, 2020 12:00Drew