Discovering your Soul's Purpose

This is the second edition of a book first published in 1984 about finding your path in life, work and personal mission according to the system developed by Edgar Cayce with his many readings. The premise that we are each born with a purpose, and that this can be discovered, even if there are obstacles on the way and we are distracted by constant busyness. The author describes a four step pattern of cooperation, self-knowledge, values and ideals, and faith, by which he means an experience of and see reality. He draws parallels with Jung's concept of individuation as well as Victor Frankl's logotherapy. With the Cayce perspective, a personal mission is situated within a series of lives and social connections and involves being in touch with the individuality underlying the personality as well as being generally aware of one's type. Self-awareness comes from self-observation recommended by Cayce but also by Gurdjieff. The case histories bring the process alive and make it easier four readers to relate the process to themselves. The book contains a useful compendium of qualities and skills used to identify one's strengths. Ideals are also critical, particularly at the spiritual level, and underpin the importance of service. All this helps to define a personal mission. Then comes the practical application in the second part, involving commitment and action. The overall direction is towards responsible co-creation consistent with many emerging patterns in our time.