Life: Work, Dreams & Purpose

Life: Work, Dreams & Purpose

Our work, passions, and personal goals guide our choices, motivate us, and give life a sense of direction, helping us feel fulfilled and proud of our efforts.

Warm-up 

• “If you could do any job in the world, what would it be?”
•  “Work isn’t just about earning money—it’s also about using your skills, following your dreams, and finding purpose.”

• Why Work Matters

• Work provides structure, income, and opportunities to grow.
• Doing meaningful work makes life more fulfilling.
Example:
• Teacher → helps students learn and grow.
• Artist → creates work that inspires others.
Deep thinking question:
• Can work be meaningful even if it isn’t your dream job? How?

Dreams and Ambitions

Explain:
• Dreams give direction and motivation in life.
• Following dreams requires planning, effort, and persistence.
Example:
• Aspiring writer → starts with short stories, then builds a book.
• Athlete → trains daily to reach competitions.
Deep thinking question:
• How can small steps help turn a big dream into reality?

Finding Purpose

Explain:
• Purpose comes from aligning your work and actions with your values and passions.
• It gives life meaning and direction.
Example:
• Environmentalist → protects nature because they value sustainability.
• Volunteer → helps community and feels fulfilled.
Deep thinking question:
• How do you know when your work or actions truly have purpose?

Balancing Work, Dreams, and Life

Strategies:

1. Set realistic goals → break big dreams into smaller steps.
2. Prioritize time → balance work, rest, and personal growth.
3. Stay motivated → celebrate progress and achievements.
4. Reflect regularly → ensure your actions match your purpose.
   Example:
   • Student → manages study, hobbies, and social time for balance.
   • Professional → sets career goals while maintaining family life.
   Deep thinking question:
   • What’s one small change you can make to feel more purposeful in your daily life?

Discussion Questions

Deep Thinking

1. Is it better to follow your dream or choose a safe path? Why?
2. Can work that feels boring still give meaning? How?
3. How do dreams and purpose affect overall happiness in life?

Fun & Creative

1. If your life’s purpose was a superhero, what powers would it have?
2. What if finishing a task instantly gave you a magic hat—how many hats would you have now?
3. What if each goal completed grew a rainbow in your backyard—how colorful would it be?
4. If purpose could talk, what funny message would it send you right now?
5. If work/ school could be turned into a game, what level would you be on today?
6. Which famous person would you love to shadow for a day to learn about purpose?
7. If your dream could send you advice every morning, what would it say?

Wrap-up & Reflection

• Work, dreams, and purpose shape the meaning of life.
  • Small steps, balance, and reflection help align daily actions with your goals.
  Reflection: “What’s one step I can take today to bring my dreams and purpose closer?”