Your kids are more independent. The calendar finally has some blank space.
You thought you’d feel fulfilled… but instead, you feel empty and unmotivated.
If you’re nodding, I want you to know this: you’re not broken. You’re in a meaningful season of change.
Midlife is often painted as a crisis—but what if it’s really an invitation?
A quiet (or not-so-quiet) call from your soul, asking you to awaken—to find purpose, clarity, and connection again.
A quiet (or not-so-quiet) call from your soul, asking you to awaken—to find purpose, clarity, and connection again.
And while you may not know where to begin, you landed here... That’s how the journey starts.
Below are five simple but must-ask questions to help you find purpose. So you can wake up with meaning and move through your days feeling more like you.
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What does purpose mean to you?
Before we dive in, let’s start here: What does purpose mean to you?
Not what the world says. Not what you’ve been told. But you.
For me, purpose is something we give to the world. It could be your time, your skills, your wisdom, or your energy. It’s a way of showing up and serving—not from obligation, but from alignment.
I believe each of us is born with a purpose. But life, motherhood, and endless to-do lists can cloud our view of it. It’s not lost—it’s just waiting to be rediscovered.
Are you ready to reconnect and find your purpose?
Q1. WHat are you naturally good at?
Let’s start with your strengths.
What comes naturally to you? What do people thank you for? What have you always been able to do, even without trying too hard?
Maybe it’s your calm presence. Your problem-solving. Your creativity. Or how you always know the right thing to say.
Your talents don’t have to be career-based. They can be soft skills, personal traits, or even things you learned through hard times.
Tip: Be curious, not critical. Think of this as a conversation with yourself, not a job interview.
Q2. What brings you joy or excitement?
Think back—what lit you up before you became the wife, mom, and caretaker?
What did you love doing simply because it made you feel alive?
What did you love doing simply because it made you feel alive?
For many of us, it’s been 10+ years since we felt that kind of joy. But that spark is still inside you.
Close your eyes. Can you remember what that felt like?
Q3. What breaks your heart or makes you angry?
I know—this one might feel uncomfortable. But stay with me.
What injustice or issue makes your blood boil? What problem in the world makes you think, “Someone has to fix this”?
Your anger is a clue. It shows you what matters to you deeply. And often, the things that upset you are things you’ve lived through—and now you can use your experience to help others.
You don’t have to take on the world. But what if your purpose included healing, solving, or supporting change in just one of those areas?
Q4. How can you create a better world for your kids?
This one’s close to home.
As a mom, you care about your children’s future. You want to leave the world better than you found it, for them.
So think: What would you change if you could?
Is it something about education, mental health, the environment, or social connection?
Your purpose doesn’t have to be about your kids, but attaching meaning to their future often unlocks a fierce sense of motivation.
Imagine if your next step wasn’t just for you, but for the ones watching you, too!
Q5. Can your purpose support you financially?
Let’s talk about something many moms quietly avoid: money.
You’ve been conditioned to give and give—so when it comes to receiving, especially receiving money, it can feel… uncomfortable.
But here’s the truth: purpose doesn’t have to mean poverty.
If your purpose can also support you financially, that’s not selfish—it’s sustainable. Your time, energy, and gifts have value. Purpose and profit can coexist, and you are worthy of receiving both.
Money is simply an energy exchange. You’re allowed to make a difference and earn a living. In fact, you deserve to.
Conclusion:
Finding purpose in midlife is about returning to yourself to create a meaningful life.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected or unsure of what you really want, these 5 must-ask questions can guide you back home to you. Midlife isn’t the end of the road. It’s a meaningful season of change, and you get to shape what comes next.
So take a quiet moment. Be honest. Be curious.
Your purpose isn’t something you chase—it’s something you reconnect with.
And the truth is… you’re already on your way. 💕
