Have you ever found yourself quietly wondering, “Why am I here? What’s my purpose?”
In “Fully Human/Fully Alive,” Lyle Simpson contends that authentic purpose is discovered not through external accomplishments but by living genuinely and in alignment with our core selves. In an increasingly distracted world, Simpson urges readers to prioritize this search, emphasizing that finding meaning is a vital, courageous undertaking.
Building on this, Simpson challenges the notion that purpose is about success or status. Drawing from humanist psychology and philosophy, he demonstrates that it arises from living in harmony with our values and discerning meaning in daily life.
Importantly, the author reminds us that purpose is relational as it grows out of our relationships, contributions, and the impact we have on those around us. When we see life as interconnected, the question “Why am I here?” shifts from a heavy burden to a guiding light.
The book encourages us to explore this question patiently and kindly, understanding that the journey itself holds the richest meaning. Living fully human and fully alive starts with embracing this quest, one thoughtful step at a time.
Author Lyle Simpson is an attorney and shareholder with Simpson, Jensen, Abels, Fischer and Bouslog, P.C., in Des Moines, Iowa. He is a past president and chairman of the American Humanist Association, and, since 1980, has served as president of the Humanist Foundation.
