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Purpose is the quality of being determined to do or achieve something.

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Purpose Hero: Nico

Submitted by Nico is only 14, but he is already working at the local food bank and I've seen him helping strangers doing random things, crossing streets, carrying groceries, pushing wheelchairs. He does this all without expecting anything in return, and the mo... Read more
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Submitted by Jessica W. My dad is stubborn, yet a very loving and caring individual. He and my mom are going through the process of a divorce, so I don't get to see either of them as much as I am used to. I call either of my parents nightly when I am not at their house, ... Read more
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We have all known the long loneliness and we have learned that the only solution is love and that love comes with community.
Dorothy Day Journalist, Activist (1897-1980);
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Start with what is right rather than what is acceptable.
Peter F. Drucker Professor, Writer, Management Consultant (1909-2005);
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Nothing contributes so much to tranquilize the mind as a steady purpose- a point on which the soul may fix its intellectual eye.
Mary Shelley English Novelist (1797-1851);
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Do not wait; the time will never be 'just right'. Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along.
Napoleon Hill Motivational Author (1883-1970);
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The purpose of life is a life of purpose.
Robert Byrne American Chess Player (born 1928);
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Ayden Smith 7 days ago from Wahpeton, North Dakota
"The purpose of life is to have a life of purpose."
Janez Hacin about 1 month ago from Geneva
Do good, and you will feel good! I promise!
Bruce Willingham 5 months ago from Warner Robins, Ga
Purpose points us in the right direction.
Bruce Willingham about 1 year ago from Warner Robins Ga
Purpose is why we are here. To make a difference in the lives of others.
lilith over 1 year ago from texas
purpose is a drive that makes us move forward.
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The Foundation for a Better Life began as a simple idea to promote positive values. We believe that people are basically good and just need a reminder. And that the values we live by are worth more when we pass them on.