To long for a purpose in life - something I can do each day and feel passionate about.

[norbettsauntie]

At the age of 56 I think its time to actually feel passionate about what I do each day, rather than just working for money.

I've got qualifications and experience in teaching adults but I've done my bit and now want something else to float my boat. I have a nice DH and grown up DCs but want a project to feel passionate about, that would also bring in an income (doesn't need to be lots).

How do I find out what I want to do? Surely I should be able to work this out for myself

Guide me dearest Mumsnetters

Get a copy of that What Colour Is Your Parachute? book. It will help you really analyse what kind of a person you are (creative, analytical, entrepreneurial, nurturing, charitable, a born teacher/carer, a researcher, a team player or a lone wolef etc) and it will help you to identify and narrow down the things which you will not only really enjoy, but where your natural talents will be put to their best use.