Migration from Performance Based Identity to Purpose Based Identity

Identity is not tied to gender but is influenced by how one forms it through various sources like parents, community, culture, and performance-obsessed societies. In Western cultures, a performance-based identity is common, where one's self-worth is linked to achievements and comparisons with others. This type of identity leads to FOPO as individuals focus on their status relative to others. Transitioning to a purpose-based identity, however, offers a healthier path towards fulfillment and joy by connecting to a greater cause, contributing meaningfully, and feeling part of a larger meaningful endeavor.

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