My Journey to Purpose: A Reflection Journal

My Core Values

• What are values? Values are the things that are most important to you in life. They guide your decisions and actions.

Instructions:

1. Look back at the "Core Values Checklist" from the Purpose Pathways Slide Deck. Circle or list 3-5 values that resonate most with you.

2. For each value, explain why it is important to you and give an example of how it shows up in your life.

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My Unique Strengths

• What are strengths? Strengths are your natural talents, abilities, and positive personal qualities.

Instructions:

1. Look back at the "Strengths Spotting Guide" from the Purpose Pathways Slide Deck. Circle or list 3-5 strengths that you possess.

2. For each strength, provide a brief example of when you demonstrated it.

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My Passions & Interests

• What are your passions and interests? These are the activities, subjects, or causes that you genuinely enjoy and are enthusiastic about.

Instructions:

1. List 3-5 things you are passionate about or enjoy doing in your free time.

2. Briefly explain why you enjoy each one.

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My Purpose Statement

• Now, let's bring it all together! How do your values, strengths, and interests connect to form your purpose?

Instructions:

1. Review your values, strengths, and interests.
2. Draft a personal purpose statement that explains how you want to use your unique gifts to make a positive impact.
3. Don't worry about it being perfect; this is a working draft!

My Draft Purpose Statement:

What impact do I want to make?

Who do I want to serve or help?

What kind of world do I want to help create?

Vision Board Creation: Visualizing Your Purpose

What is a Vision Board?

A vision board is a powerful tool to help you clarify and focus on your life goals and purpose. It's a collage of images, words, and affirmations that visually represents what you want to be, do, or have in your life. By regularly looking at your vision board, you reinforce your intentions and stay motivated toward your purposeful path.

Your Task:

Create a personal vision board that reflects your unique purpose, values, strengths, interests, and future aspirations. This board should be a visual representation of your 'purpose pathway' – where you're headed and what motivates you.

Materials Needed:

• Physical Board Option:
  • Poster board, corkboard, or large sheet of paper
  • Magazines, newspapers, printed images (from online sources)
  • Scissors, glue stick, tape
  • Markers, colored pencils, glitter (optional)
• Digital Board Option:
  • Computer or tablet
  • Access to online image search (Google Images, Pinterest)
  • Digital collage tools (Canva, Google Slides, PowerPoint, Padlet)

Guidelines for Your Vision Board:

1. Start with Your Purpose: Refer to your Values & Strengths Journal and your draft purpose statement. How can you visually represent this? What images, words, or symbols come to mind?

2. Incorporate Values & Strengths: Include elements that reflect your core values and unique strengths. If your value is "Community," you might include images of people working together. If your strength is "Creativity," you might include images of art or innovative designs.

3. Visualize Future Goals: Think about your aspirations related to:

   • Education: What do you want to learn? Where do you want to go?
   • Career: What kind of work aligns with your purpose?
   • Personal Growth: What kind of person do you want to become?
   • Impact: How do you want to make a difference in the world?
   • Experiences: What experiences do you want to have?

4. Be Creative & Personal: There's no right or wrong way to make a vision board. Make it unique to you! Use colors, fonts, and arrangements that inspire you.

5. Words Matter: Don't just use images. Include inspiring quotes, affirmations, powerful adjectives, or single words that encapsulate your vision.

6. Presentation (Optional, but Recommended): Be prepared to share your vision board with a small group or the class, explaining the meaning behind your choices. This helps solidify your purpose and allows for peer connection.

Reflect and Connect:

As you create your board, continuously ask yourself:

• "Does this image/word connect to my purpose?"
• "Does this truly represent what I want to achieve or who I want to be?"

Your vision board is a living document – it can evolve as you grow and your purpose becomes clearer. Enjoy the process of bringing your future to life!

Purpose Pathways Project: Charting Your Course

Project Overview

Welcome to the "Purpose Pathways Project"! This project is designed to help you embark on a journey of self-discovery, where you will explore your inner motivations, talents, and dreams. By the end of this project, you will have a clearer understanding of your personal purpose and a visual representation of your aspirations.

Project Objective

To empower you to identify and articulate your personal values, strengths, and interests, synthesize them into a meaningful purpose statement, and visualize your future goals through a creative vision board.

Deliverables

Your completed project will consist of two main components:

1. Values & Strengths Journal: A completed journal reflecting your personal values, strengths, interests, and a draft purpose statement.
2. Vision Board: A creative visual representation of your purpose and future goals, as outlined in the Vision Board Activity.

Project Steps & Timeline

This project will be completed over three sessions, with some work expected outside of class.

Session 1: Discovering Your Inner Compass (In-class: refer to Purpose Pathways Lesson Plan)

• Activity: Engage in discussions and reflections on personal values and strengths using the Purpose Pathways Slide Deck.
• Task: Complete the "My Core Values" and "My Unique Strengths" sections in your Values & Strengths Journal.
• Homework: Continue to reflect on your values and strengths. Talk to family or friends about what they see as your core qualities.

Session 2: Connecting Passions to Purpose (In-class: refer to Purpose Pathways Lesson Plan)

• Activity: Brainstorm passions and interests, then learn how to connect your values, strengths, and interests to form a purpose statement.
• Task: Complete the "My Passions & Interests" and "My Purpose Statement" sections in your Values & Strengths Journal. You will also be introduced to the vision board concept and receive the Vision Board Activity instructions.
• Homework: Begin gathering images, words, and ideas for your vision board. You can start cutting out from magazines, finding images online, or brainstorming quotes.

Session 3: Building Your Vision (In-class work session: refer to Purpose Pathways Lesson Plan)

• Activity: Dedicated time in class to work on creating your vision board, using the guidelines from the Vision Board Activity.
• Task: Actively work on assembling your vision board. Ask questions and get feedback as needed.
• Homework: Finalize your vision board. Prepare to share your vision board in the next class session (if presentation is required by your teacher).

Assessment Criteria (Teacher will provide specific rubric if needed)

Your project will be assessed on the following:

• Thoughtfulness & Depth of Reflection: (Journal) Did you genuinely explore your values, strengths, and interests? Is your purpose statement well-considered and personal?
• Creativity & Clarity of Vision: (Vision Board) Does your vision board clearly and creatively represent your purpose and future goals?
• Connection to Self: Are the elements of your vision board and journal clearly connected to your unique self and aspirations?
• Completion: Did you complete all sections of the Values & Strengths Journal and create a comprehensive vision board?

Important Dates

• Values & Strengths Journal Due: [Teacher to insert date]
• Vision Board Due: [Teacher to insert date]
• Presentations (if applicable): [Teacher to insert date(s)]

Good luck on your journey to discovering and visualizing your purpose!