The idea that your purpose should be to help others is flawed.
I say this not because it’s wrong and not because Satan has taken over my computer.
‘Flawed’ because it diverts your attention away from what is more important.
We all want to make a difference in the world.
We all want to contribute something amazing, inspire people, and leave a legacy.
This requires a mission and a sense of purpose.
Nigel was conflicted. Did he want to jump, or was he savouring the greatness to come?
And yet, because we’re human, we get these weird blocks that keep us from doing what we know we can do. And we all know what it is we should be doing.
We just question ourselves at every step…
Won’t other people think I’m weird if I do this?
Am I clever enough to be a success on my own?
Will I die penniless with an empty fridge if I try to make art for a living?