Key points
"Big P Purpose" goals often cause stress, while "Little p purpose" often fuels joy.
Self-interest and altruism can align, creating lasting impact.
Small, intentional pursuits build community and legacy.
True legacy comes from everyday connections, not fame.
I believe there are two versions of purpose. Big P Purpose is audacious and goal-oriented. It has an all-or-nothing focus and often leaves us chasing huge, distant outcomes. The end result, more often than not, is anxiety .
Little p purpose, on the other hand, is about process rather than goals. It’s abundance-oriented. You find things that light you up and simply do them. Failure becomes almost impossible, because the reward is in the doing.
Research consistently links Little p purpose with health and happiness ,