MCP109: Why Your Purpose Shapes What You See Every Day w/ Ely

Hey, it’s Ely with another solo episode of the #MeetCoolPeople Podcast. Today, I wanted to share a quote that always sticks with me: “If you know the way broadly, you will see it in everything.” That’s from Miyamoto Musashi’s Book of Five Rings. It’s really about how focus changes what you notice in your daily life.

This topic hits close to home as I reflect on the year. We often hear about the “law of attraction,” but I brought up something far more grounded this time: your reticular activating system (RAS). That’s the part of your brain tuned in to what matters most to you at the moment.

Here’s how I see it: once you zero in on a goal or a passion, your mind starts pointing out opportunities you’d never noticed before. I used the example of buying a car—suddenly, that same make and model is everywhere you look. The cars didn’t magically appear; you’re just noticing them now.

The same thing goes for business, relationships, and your purpose. Once you’re clear, things come into focus. Some doors may have always been open, but it’s your awareness that changes. So I’m challenging you to get clear on what excites you as the year wraps up. There’s something powerful in writing down your purpose and narrowing your sights.

Here are some quick takeaways:

• Clarity sharpens your vision and helps you notice real opportunities.
• Your reticular activating system shifts your focus and reveals what was always there.
• Purpose and passion make all the difference in what grabs your attention.
• Writing down your goals pushes your awareness even further.
• The opportunities you want may be right in front of you—you just need to see them.

Want to connect or need help finding that clarity? Reach out to me.

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