No one would take a wrong path if they had a clear picture of how
their life should go, but life just kind of happens to people when
they're not taught to be aware of who they are and what they truly
enjoy. So many people are confused about their identity, they aren't
able to set their children in the direction of their dreams, thus
perpetuating a legacy of living life for the world instead of for
themselves.

Most young people don't have a clue what they should do with their
lives, even though they're on the precipice of decision making that
will effect their lives forever. As a result, they pass on more
altruistic goals for the creation of a "lifestyle" rather than a life
of self-expression and true fulfillment.

Instead of listening to their hearts, they beckon to the loud roar of
having money for the sake of self-esteem, prestige to impress those
they envy or despise, and an intellectual capacity to impress rather
than to make a difference. But as I've said, one can hardly blame a
person for falling into such traps, especially when the world gives
such low priority to inner guidance and strength to pursue one's
dreams no matter what it takes.

We're constantly getting mixed messages about being true to ourselves
or not putting money at the center of our lives, yet at the same time
we're deluged with information that implies the importance to be
"somebody" through fame and riches which come from endeavors more
self-serving than a lifetime dream fueled by passion and great
expectation to make the world better.

So is money wrong? Is it evil? And are we to believe that to desire
fame is shallow?

Well, I certainly can't deny that money is a necessary commodity. We
can't live without it in modern society. So it can't be evil if it's
necessary, but it shouldn't be the goal that leads us to our dreams.
It will probably lead us astray and usually away from what will give
our work the most enjoyment and excitement. When we follow our hearts,
money will naturally follow and perhaps fame, but it won't be
necessary. The satisfaction from work we enjoy will be enough.

It's often difficult to trust putting money last, especially in times
when the economy is difficult, but no matter what your age, you can
have it all, career or business, fulfillment, excitement and wealth
when you keep your priorities clear. When this happens opportunities
will abound through a focused vision and knowledge of who you are as
opposed to who you're trying to be.

Keep learning and keep building your dream while you keep your path
toward your promised land instead of someone else's.

Margaret Lukasik
Christian Teacher and Life Coach

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