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This Is the Thing: About Life, Joy, and Owning Your Purpose
When it feels like there is something missing in life, it’s time to dig deep.
Maybe you are at a point in your life where you feel accomplished, but underneath it all, you know something is missing. Maybe you don’t feel fulfilled. Maybe you’re just going through the motions. Or maybe you are unsettled and in search of some meaning, some purpose, and ultimately, some joy.
In This Is the Thing, intention enthusiast Shane Jackson takes a deep dive into the answers that elude us to get at the heart of both why and how we can find purpose and experience joy. He delivers insights into every corner of our lives—from relationships to the choices we make to how we spend our time. Chapter by chapter, he offers experience, intuition, perspective, and reflection on specific slices of life, leaving the reader with gems that illuminate an actionable path to fulfillment.
Maybe you are at a point in your life where you feel accomplished, but underneath it all, you know something is missing. Maybe you don’t feel fulfilled. Maybe you’re just going through the motions. Or maybe you are unsettled and in search of some meaning, some purpose, and ultimately, some joy.
In This Is the Thing, intention enthusiast Shane Jackson takes a deep dive into the answers that elude us to get at the heart of both why and how we can find purpose and experience joy. He delivers insights into every corner of our lives—from relationships to the choices we make to how we spend our time. Chapter by chapter, he offers experience, intuition, perspective, and reflection on specific slices of life, leaving the reader with gems that illuminate an actionable path to fulfillment.
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Published January 28, 2025
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January 5, 2025
This Is The Thing by Shane Jackson is an empowering and thought-provoking read—perfect for kicking off a new year with intention and clarity. As a twenty-something navigating the early stages of a communications career, I’m constantly evaluating and redefining my sense of purpose. Life evolves, and with it, so does my understanding of what drives me.
One quote that deeply resonated with me was: “All of us have a purpose, but our individual purposes aren’t the same. Each of us has a unique makeup that was created in a unique context.” This single line captures the essence of Jackson’s message beautifully.
Throughout the book, Jackson—self-described as an “intention enthusiast”—explores the profound questions we often grapple with: Why are we here? How can we live with purpose and joy? He skillfully unpacks these big ideas, touching on relationships, decision-making, and how we spend our time. Each chapter offers a blend of personal experience, thoughtful reflection, and actionable insights, leaving readers with a roadmap for finding fulfillment in their own lives.
This book provided valuable lessons that I’ve already started applying to my own journey. A heartfelt thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC!
One quote that deeply resonated with me was: “All of us have a purpose, but our individual purposes aren’t the same. Each of us has a unique makeup that was created in a unique context.” This single line captures the essence of Jackson’s message beautifully.
Throughout the book, Jackson—self-described as an “intention enthusiast”—explores the profound questions we often grapple with: Why are we here? How can we live with purpose and joy? He skillfully unpacks these big ideas, touching on relationships, decision-making, and how we spend our time. Each chapter offers a blend of personal experience, thoughtful reflection, and actionable insights, leaving readers with a roadmap for finding fulfillment in their own lives.
This book provided valuable lessons that I’ve already started applying to my own journey. A heartfelt thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC!
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