What if instead of chasing arbitrary goals set by society, you tuned into your deepest desires to create a life overflowing with passion and fulfilment? This is the revolutionary proposition of The Desire Map by Danielle LaPorte. This ultimate handbook on personal development based on the power of desires, is all about intelligence of the heart and it’s role in making long-term decisions. Our "rational" society puts way too much pressure on us to check boxes and meet external standards of success. That's why The Desire Map is so brilliant. It gives you permission to dream big, but from the heart instead of the head. However, not all desires are created equal. Some lead us down destructive paths, while others open the doorway to genuine happiness and self-actualization. In this insightful summary, you'll learn to discern your core desired feelings - the ones that guide you toward your highest good. With self-awareness and care, you can harness the motivating power of desire to manifest dreams more thrilling than you ever imagined possible.
So, to kick things off, let's explore the fundamental role desire plays in shaping our human experience.
Summary
The Desire Map isn't just a do this-not that book. It's about letting your passions flow. It’s about learning that desires play a key role in a fulfilling life. But you can only understand your heart's core desires when you stop paying attention to society's opinions. Have the courage to aim for goals that work with your heart's true desires, beliefs and values, and you'll meet success in everything you endeavor to achieve. So, use the meaningful insight and strategies therein explore the true potential of your heart's core desires and lead a life of contentment and everlasting bliss.
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About the Author
Danielle LaPorte is the creator of the Heart Centered Membership and the Heart Centered Leadership Program with 400+ leaders in 30 countries hosting conversation circles, retreats, and workshops in all kinds of communities and businesses.
She’s a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100 and the former director of a future studies think tank in Washington, DC, where she managed a team creating global scenario plans. She now speaks about the intelligence of the heart.
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