Some young adults find purpose in their careers; others find it outside of work, in caring for their families, serving God, pursuing social change, etc. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A purpose in life addresses a real world problem and helps young people find their place in the broader world. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

Purpose often emerges from the "whys-" good point! #ToolkitTalk x.com/christinewhela…

Good point! There are usually many routes to a purpose. E.g. if you want to help reduce homelessness you can advocate for political change, volunteer, or write about the problem to motivate others to act. #ToolkitTalk x.com/CityYear/statu…

Such a good point! Education is key for many purposes. ALL young people have the potential to discover their purpose! Our job is to give them the skills, opportunities, and resources they need to do so. #ToolkitTalk x.com/Upworthy/statu…

I agree! Youth need to try different activities to discover which ones are meaningful to them. #ToolkitTalk x.com/timwolffSSD/st…

Studies find purpose is as prevalent among youth from low SES backgrounds as it is among youth from middle SES backgrounds. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

Youth from low SES backgrounds encounter additional challenges to purpose formation, but some find meaningful opportunities to tackle these challenges, and turn potential obstacles to purpose development into catalysts for its formation. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

Like parents, teachers can- and should!- share their purposes with their students. Do you find purpose in being a dedicated educator? If so, tell your students about it! #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A8: Given that purpose contributes to psychological and physical health, consider incorporating discussions of purpose into health classes. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A8: Purpose discussions could be relevant in history classes when discussing historical leaders with purpose. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

Similar to experiencing awe, fostering gratitude can also cultivate purpose! As youth reflect on the blessings from others, they are inclined to consider how they want to give back. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A9: Consider 3 things: What am I really good at? What do I care deeply about? How can I apply my skills or talents to address meaningful problems in the broader world? #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A9: Sometimes we have a purpose we set out to pursue, or we find purpose in what we’re doing. Start somewhere and be reflective. Do I find purpose in any part of what I’m doing? If so, in what part? Why? If not, why? What would need to change for me to find purpose? #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A9: Ask others where they find purpose- and listen! Their answers might help you reflect on your own purpose. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A9: Remember, discovering purpose is not necessarily a one-time event; it may be more of an on-going process. Be open to trying new things, and along the way, reflect on the kinds of activities that enable you to make a meaningful difference. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

Great point! In addition to having support from family, support from adults outside the family is also key for teens, particularly when it comes to purpose development. #ToolkitTalk x.com/UWParent/statu…

A10: Lots of good, purpose-fostering resources available! Read William Damon’s book on The Path to Purpose: Helping Our Children Find their Calling in Life. #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A10: Empirically supported online resources available for students (for free!) at: fosterpurpose.org and at purposechallenge.org #ToolkitTalk x.com/educationnatio…

A10: Check out this blog entry for more information about how to help your teen discover his or her purpose: confidentparentsconfidentkids.org/2018/01/11/how… x.com/educationnatio…