Self-Improvement

20 Signs That You Are Here to Change the World

Published by
Christina Lawson, B.A.

Humankind evolves rapidly in today’s world and many people feel that they are here to change the world.

If you are familiar with the Mayan culture, you will know that the Mayans existed thousands of years ago, and yet predicted many future events accurately.

A crucial tool for these predictions was their calendar, which ended in 2012. Because of this, many people believed that in the year 2012 the world would end. Since of course, that did not happen, there has emerged a shift in New Age theories – 2012 did not mark the end of humanity, but a new beginning in human evolution.

We are now more than ever becoming innately aware of our desire to help others and, as cliché as it sounds, to use our individuality to change the world.

Here are 20 tell-tale signs that indicate you are one of those who are destined to do so.

1. You may have experienced a life-changing event in your life, which you now wish to channel and use to help others.

2. You feel a natural pull when it comes to helping others. It could be for anything – healing, connecting, succeeding, etc.

3. You often have ideas or visions that you feel might make the world a better, more beautiful place.

4. You may even daydream or night dream about healing and fixing any kind of damage.

5. You possess a high level of talent and creativity – this could be in the visual arts, poetry, music or art of any kind.

6. You sense that something is out of alignment with the world, and you want to contribute to the solution.

7. You may have had a difficult life growing up and did not have a stable family environment

8. You are deeply empathetic towards others’ feelings.

9. Because of your empathy, you are extremely sensitive and can result in the deterioration of your health – anxiety, depression and addictions are common side effects.

10. Oftentimes, you find yourself physically ill with fluctuating symptoms.

11. You absolutely love animals.

12. Another sign that you are here to change the world is that you have an intense desire to end suffering for all living creatures – humans, plants and animals alike.

13. You pursue success in a chosen field not only for personal benefit but also in preparation for your world-changing.

14. You feel isolated or lonely in the sense that you feel inherently different from those around you.

15. You feel an alluring connection with natural environments – the mountains, forests or sea for example.

16. Being surrounded by greenery and flowers makes your heart sing. You love gardening and watching things grow.

17. Major religions do not appeal to you; yet, you feel strong spiritual purpose and meaning.

18. You can feel a deep connection with certain places, cultures and languages.

19. You feel a desire to understand people who have mental illness and intellectual disabilities and may even have a disabled loved one.

20. Alone time is very appealing to you. You often feel drained from social contact and need peaceful solitude to recharge.

When I was young, I wanted to change the world. Now, I’m trying my best to not let the world change me.

-Unknown

Did any of these signs ring true for you? Share your thoughts with us in the comment section below!

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  • Hey guys, yes just like everyone else here I too identify with all the signs and each of you:) I am just like you in the same boat going through the life motions but inside feeling like I'm here to serve a higher purpose. The feeling is so innate that it feels like it's 100 percent going to happen somehow but when? With all of our experience, understanding, wisdom and resources whatever they may or not be surely with all of us sharing a common interest we could network together.

    This is me taking my first step. Are you ready to take yours? I'd love to hear from minds alike and start from scratch and do something in this world that really makes a difference but I believe we are meant to do it together

    • Hey Eli, i feel exactly the same, like an urge to do something to save our earth, i deeply love earth and it pains me when i see a lot of people doesn´t give a damn for it. By the way i am an INFJ, it that helps, the thing is i feel we need to conect with others similar to us in order to find what we can do. I let you my email is this:

      s a n d y i y a 9 @ g m a i l . c o m

      i have to write it letting spaces between words but it´s everything together.

  • I.... I don't know what it is I'm looking for. My entire life (25 years) I've been looking at the night sky. I feel two different ways. One is that I'm waiting for someone or something to come get me. It's odd... Maybe I'm crazy. But I feel as if I'm a child waiting for my grandma to come get me to spend the night at her house. The second feeling is more than a feeling. It's larger than a thought. It's knowing. Simply put. I am supposed to change the world. I don't know why. I don't know how. I don't have a higher education. I don't have any money. I don't have a car, my own home, or anything honestly. I have myself. Less then really. I have felt this way..., Better known this for years. For my entire life.. or what I remember of it. Recently I was pushing a stranger's car out of the road from the rear of the vehicle, when a man going the same direction, at 45-50mph smashed into me. The result of which was crushing me between the two vehicles then when the cars separated it threw me around 60ft. It broke everything. My spine was broken in 5 places, my leg sheared off, my hip shattered like glass and twisted, broken ribs collar bone, bruised organs, bleeding on the brain. The list is extensive. I'm walking thanks to the prosthetic but what is more is that I remember all of it. I wasn't knocked unconscious at all. This did nothing more then to strengthen my feeling that I am SUPPOSED to change the world. I might fail. But I'm supposed to some how. Please help me.

    • This is almost word for word the exact same as me even your life situation the only difference is the car but even then I had a similar experience..... I feel like we need to talk I don’t know why but contact me at least by email Mitchellj540@aim.com please get in touch ASAP friend.

    • Hi!!! i feel you, your story really touched me, because i feel the same. I deeply care for our earth and i feel i need to do something to change this world. It´s like an inner knowdlege i urgently need to share with the world. I let you here my e mail if you want to contact me.

      s a n d y i y a 9 @ g m a i l . c o m

      i had to write it separated but is everything together.

    • No one is SUPPOSED to change the world. It sounds as if you feel compelled to. As tho it's a duty rather than something you're actively wanting & choosing from a place of love and compassion within.

Published by
Christina Lawson, B.A.