Culture, economic circumstances, family traditions, local customs and more can often influence us more than we realize. With the benefit of hindsight, we asked some wise and experienced members of our community whether they think they are doing what they were meant to do or told to do.
Jennifer Champion
Both. I grew up with a father who always told me, “Do what you love,” and he truly believed in my natural gifts for fitness, connection, and service. I’ve always been extremely disciplined — it’s just who I am. I love my work, and I wake up every morning ready to dive in. Read more>>
Electa Hazenstab
I am absolutely doing everything I was born to do and nothing like I was told to be. Read more>>
Ke’Shawn Robinson
I’m doing what I was born to do. The difference is the passion and the joy I have for it. I believe people can feel when they are born to do something. It feels natural and less like a job. Read more>>
Diane Gelman
Yes, I’m doing what I was born to do! I am food obsessed and have been this way my whole life. My Dad (who was the major cook in our family) started teaching me to bake when I very little – 5 I think. I always loved to eat but my love of food was beyond just eating for me. Read more>>
Andrea Rojas Petit
I’m doing what I was born to do. I believe we all come into this world with a mission, some people just never discover it. But a long time ago, I realized that I love helping others. Read more>>
Alan Simberg
I know I’m doing what I was born to do. When I was about 7 0r 8 years of age I heard my parents talking and my father said a relative was coming to our home so he could see if he could help her. Read more>>
Amanda Natalizio
I’m definitely doing what I was born to do. I’ve always followed my passions, even when I didn’t know exactly where they would lead. When I began studying science in college, I had no idea that a lab consulting business like mine even existed. Read more>>
Michael Cole
Born to do. And if it kills me, at least I died fighting for who I am and where I want to go, along with living life on MY TEARMS! Read more>>
Marquise Ellis
Music has always played a big role in my life, even if I’m not doing it as my main job. In high school and college, I was part of the marching band, which helped me develop a strong passion for music. This experience taught me the joy of playing with others and created lasting memories. Read more>>
