Over the past weeks, we have identified 6 “Myths of Calling” and then proposed a truth, or a Reframe of that Myth. This list is hardly exhaustive, but it does identify some of the top myths we encounter in our work with people who are seeking clarity or finding themselves stuck in some way.
Another way of describing myths might be to call them dysfunctional or limiting beliefs. We all have them, they keep us stuck in some way as they have become part of the story we tell ourselves that disallow us from moving forward.
The six we identified here were:
Myth #1: Pursue your Passion
Myth #2: Clarity of Calling brings Ease and Comfort
Myth #3: God’s Will for me is a job, a house or…..
Myth #4: Our Worth is Determined by our accomplishments and the approval of others.
Myth #5: Calling is Discerned Individually
Myth #6: I can achieve work/life balance if I am clear on my calling
The countering truths or reframes are worth going back and reading through again. Which ones keep you stuck? Perhaps it was none of these but another one-any of these sound familiar?
I judge my life by the outcome, not the journey.
Life is a finite game with winners and losers.
I should always know exactly where I am going
If I am successful, then I will be happy ,
Happiness is having it all.
If you are interested in exploring more of these myths and dysfunctional beliefs and how to reframe them in ways that are fruitful and productive, then you may want to join a group discussion this fall using the Designing Your Life resources. Stay tuned for details to be announced in August.
Next week we will start a new series- Living and Working in a VUCA world. thanks for reading along, and as always please reach out if you’d like to explore deepening your Wholeness Journey.
Lisa