Tanya Dalton – Discover Your North Star

Defining Your North Star: How Your Past Can Lead to Your Future

Do you have a North Star? For many, defining this guiding principle can be challenging. While it might be easier to define a professional North Star, the reality is that your North Star should reflect both your personal and professional life. It should be an extension of who you truly are. Today’s guest, Amy, struggled with this very issue—she felt disconnected between her mission statement for work and her personal life. Tanya helps Amy reflect back on her childhood to unearth the true essence of her purpose. Often, we must look to the past fondly to move forward with a brighter, more optimistic vision for the future. We’ll explore how to transition from having a “north-ish light bulb” to finding your true North Star.

The Big Idea: Defining Your Mission Statement

Your mission statement is the compass that guides all your decisions. In this episode, Tanya discusses how crafting a personal mission statement can offer clarity and direction in both your personal and professional life. For Amy, understanding her mission was the key to bridging the gap between work and home life. By digging deeper into her childhood and reflecting on what she truly values, she was able to define her North Star and align it with her life’s purpose.

️ Questions Tanya Answers

• What are some examples of personal mission statements?
• How can I come up with a good mission statement?
• What’s the point of a mission statement?
• How can I make better decisions in life and work?

Key Topics in the Show

• What is a personal mission statement?
• How having a mission statement can help provide direction and focus on your life’s priorities.
• Why the incorrect reporting of Alfred Nobel’s death led to the creation of the Nobel Prize.
• Why every business decision must pass your mission test before being made.
• The easy steps to crafting a personalized mission statement that will transform your life, business, and relationships.

The Big Idea: Your Past as a Crystal Ball to Your Purpose

Your past experiences and childhood dreams can provide key insights into your true purpose in life. Tanya dives deep into how reflecting on your past can reveal what you truly want to achieve in the future. Often, the things we admired or aspired to when we were younger are the very things that align with our deepest desires. By asking yourself important questions, such as “What did I want to be when I grew up?” and digging deeper into the reasons behind those desires, you can start to piece together a clear vision for your North Star.

Questions Tanya Answers About Purpose

• How do I figure out my purpose?
• What’s a good mission statement?
• What should I do if I have no idea what I want?
• Is there a specific activity to help find your purpose?

Actions to Take

Tanya suggests a powerful reflection exercise to help you uncover your North Star. Ask yourself: What did you want to be when you grew up? Then, dig deeper into the reasons behind your aspirations. Why did that job appeal to you? Who were the people you admired when you were younger, and why did you look up to them? By using this reflection process, you can begin to define your North Star and take meaningful steps toward your purpose.

Your Journey Begins Now

Discovering your North Star is a deeply personal and transformative process. It’s about reflecting on your past, embracing your childhood dreams, and defining the mission that will guide your decisions today and in the future. By developing a clear personal mission statement and aligning it with your true purpose, you can create more focus and meaning in your life, business, and relationships.

Tanya’s approach is not just about business strategy but about realigning your life with your inner values. As you explore your North Star, you’ll find that the answers you seek have always been within you. This journey of self-discovery can help you overcome uncertainty, make better decisions, and create lasting change in your life and work.

By understanding the power of your past and how it connects to your present and future, you will be able to create a roadmap for success. Your North Star isn’t just about career or business—it’s about personal fulfillment and creating a life that truly aligns with who you are. Now is the time to start reflecting, realigning, and stepping forward with clarity and purpose.

Take the first step today by reflecting on your past, crafting your mission statement, and defining your North Star. You’ll be amazed at the doors that open once you begin to live a life that’s in harmony with your true purpose.