Positive Steps in a New Direction

Positive Steps to a More Fulfilling Life

By Bob Perks

Life's challenges can become overwhelming, making us feel as if there is nowhere to turn and little we can do. Taking the first step after losing your job, ending a relationship, or recovering from health issues leaves many people feeling empty and without purpose in life. You need to not only decide to move on but actually take steps in the direction of a more fulfilling life. Taking these positive steps in the right direction can help you to rise up in down times.

Bob Perks is the author of the new book "I Wish You Enough" (Thomas Nelson, 2009), encompassing eight values needed for true contentment and happiness. He is a longtime inspiration contributor to Beliefnet, is a professional speaker, author, and vocalist. Visit his website at BobPerks.com.

Ask Questions

Be like a child. Do you ever listen to a young child seeing the world for the first time? They ask a million questions. "Why is the sky blue?" "Where do babies come from?"

If you are looking for a career change, find someone who is in that field and ask all the important questions. "What education do I need?" "What is the potential to grow in this business? "What's the average income?" "What was your best day and your worst day in this profession?"

When making any decisions in life, take a sheet of paper and divide it down the middle. On one side list all the positives and on the other all the negatives. Logic says go with the idea that has the most positives, but we wouldn't climb mountains if the fear of falling outweighed the view from the top.