Finding my Sense of Purpose

I’m finally beginning to feel normal! For those of you who aren’t aware, my partner and I have recently immigrated from South Africa to New Zealand. Through this transition period I’ve been feeling like I’ve lost my sense of purpose. Without having a daily routine, a full time job, or a list of things to do each day, I’ve felt rather lost. Now, don’t get me wrong, the excitement and gratitude is over flowing, and this is one of the most magical countries I’ve ever been in, but it has been hard. This little space of mine (wellnesswithtaryn.com), on the extensive interwebs, has kept me going and I am forever grateful. Wellness with Taryn has been my focus point,  a place where I can be myself, and have some sort of purpose. I thank each and every one for supporting this special place, that is so dear to my heart. My passion for health and wellness is my driving force these days! And it truly is amazing 🙂

I decided to make a small change, to find a routine, and it was through this small change, did things begin to feel right and I began to feel like myself again. I sat last night, before I went to bed, and wrote down exactly how I wanted this day to unfold, including my early rise and yoga practice. I layed out my yoga clothes, and imagined myself doing my flow the next morning. I allowed myself to feel how good it’d feel to awake early, like there was no way it wasn’t going to happen.

So, as planned, I awoke this morning at 5.30am (which I haven’t done for a very very long time) and I felt so awake, like I had had the perfect amount of sleep. It felt so good! To be immersed in the silence of the early morning, to take the time to flow graciously on my yoga mat, to sink deeply into my savasana, and to be fully present for meditation. It really felt so good, and I have had such an awesome day! It’s amazing how when you take time for yourself and your body, the universe aligns with your positive vibrations and sends only good your way. 

By planning, and writing down exactly what I wanted to achieve today, I felt my sense of purpose return, and I can’t describe how amazing it feels. Maybe it’s also that I’m finally settling in, feeling a little more at home too. Whatever it is, it feels good, it feels right 🙂 and I’m happy! And it’s not that I haven’t been happy, I’ve just felt a bit lost, and I feel now that my path is slowly illuminating and I’m beginning to see the way forward. You can create the life you wish to live, all you have to do is know what you want, put it out there and put in the effort and work to make it happen  🙂 Easier said than done! I know! But I do believe it 🙂

I do miss all my beautiful family and friends so so much, and there is not a day that goes past where I don’t think of them. I miss familiarity, and I never thought I’d say this, but I kinda miss my boring old routine, but I suppose that is what’s familiar to me. This journey has been amazing, and I am so happy to be living it with my love, who has supported me so much through this massive change. 

Anyway, I thought I’d just connect with you on a more personal base. The nutrition part of my journey so far has been amazing, and it has been so exciting seeing all new products and foods. Trying things I’ve never tried before, and being able to have access to a variety of fresh produce. The farmers markets are my fav! 🙂

Thanks again for your amazing support, and feel free to leave a comment below. Have your ever been in a similar situation or have lost your sense of purpose?