Develop social purpose

Social purpose involves defining the goals you have in relation to your contributions to society. 

In other words, how do you want to contribute to a better society during your lifetime?

Videos

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Do what makes the world a better place

In this TED Talk, Benjamin Todd challenges the age old career advice that tells you to 'follow your passion', and instead makes an argument for a new slogan to live by: 'Do what's valuable'.
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Stop chasing purpose and focus on wellness

Chloe Hakim-Moore explores the idea that people are too focused on the idea of finding a purpose in life, hoping this in turn will lead to fulfilment. She instead suggests that we should shift our focus towards aiming for collective wellness.
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Who inspires you? Why heroes, role models, and mentors matter

Who inspires you? In this video, Dyan deNapoli discusses why finding the right person to motivate you in life is incredibly important.

Podcasts

Good Life Project

Each week, the Good Life Project upload a podcast episode about the importance living a community-enriched and purpose drenched life, and how you can work towards this.

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Next steps

Now you have explored resources to help with developing a stronger sense of social purpose, the next step is to complete our activities to help you set some goals.

Activities to develop purpose