Like many people, you may experience times in your life when you’re seeking something, but are unsure what of what it is. Maybe you want to live a life that has purpose, reward and challenge or perhaps you desire more excitement.

Whatever type of greater fulfillment in life that you seek, these 5 secrets for living a more satisfying, fulfilling life will start you in the right direction:

 1. Do what you truly enjoy. Have you always wanted to read more books, write poetry or travel to Europe?

* Whatever it is you really love to do, make a plan right away to do it and do it often.

* Avoid making any excuses for why you “can’t” do something you really want to do.

* Make it happen: put it in your calendar and turn down other invitations if you need to.

* Set a goal and create an action plan to ensure you fit into your life whatever it is that makes your heart sing.

 2. Open your mind to new possibilities. Be willing to make changes in your life. When you keep your mind open, interesting and exciting experiences will come your way. You just might stumble in to the most fulfilling life ever by trying something new.

* Maybe you ought to take that job transfer to another state.

* Perhaps you should join the club that several of your friends want you to explore.

* Get to know someone new and totally different.

 3. Save your money for something special. Whatever it is you yearn for – your own condo, a first cruise, or a new electric car – focus on working and saving to get it. Part of living a great life is going after something you really want.

* Set up a bank account to save specifically for the object or experience you desire. Make it a priority to make regular deposits to this account.

* Saving money over a period of time and then buying your “dream” is incredibly fulfilling when the dream has a strong presence in your everyday life.

* In fact, a fulfilling life involves several episodes of saving and obtaining milestones and rewards of your own choosing.

 4. Enlarge your support network. Build strong relationships with a supportive, nurturing circle of friends and family members who cherish you. Almost nothing enriches your life more than having others close to you whom you can call at any time.

 5. Develop a sense of adventure. When you arise in the morning, look toward the next 24 hours with a sense of wonder and fascination.

* Ask yourself: “What’s going to happen today?” Will you meet a new person that becomes a good friend? Will you be assigned a new project at work and develop new skills in the process?

* Whatever challenge comes your way, confront it and give it your best effort. If you consider life’s trials as great journeys you traverse, you’ll truly discover valuable knowledge about yourself and the world around you.

 * Life becomes fulfilling when you view it as a huge adventure made up of smaller fascinating experiences.

If you find yourself wanting more out of life, endeavor to do what you enjoy, keep yourself open to new possibilities, and face each day with a spirit of adventure. Discover the passionate life you deserve by embracing these 5 secrets to greater fulfillment. You’ll truly live your best life.