There’s something inside of you that’s screaming to get out. Deep inside you know what you want to do. You know who you want to be. You may be walking around today feeling unsure of yourself and your place in the world, but you already have thorough answers to those questions. You just need to find a way to let them out.

You need to tap into your passion, your heart’s desire. You need to discover what you really want and what will really make your life feel wonderful and right. When you uncover your most heartfelt dreams, you can build a plan around them. You can make decisions based on them. You can create a life that has genuine meaning.

Unfortunately, many of us have those feeling buried under years of life’s dirt. Some of us have childhoods and upbringings that somehow forced us to swallow our dreams. Sometimes, we lose track of our passions after falling into the “daily grind”. There are even some of us who fear coming face to face with what matters most. Regardless of the cause, many people can’t easily come to grips with their heart’s desire.

It doesn’t need to be that way. You can unlock those secrets. Here are three ways to get started.

First, be honest with yourself. Don’t allow that negative or scared voice to drown out your questions about what really matters. You can tell yourself the truth and it can change your life.

Second, look for clues. Think about your most joyful moments and the times where you felt the most like everything was “just right”. Look for common elements. You may begin to notice trends that will set you off in the right direction.

Third, keep pushing. This may not be a one-time event. You may not experience an instant revelation. Some people need to work hard and consistently to come to terms with their passions. Don’t give up. It’s worth the effort.

When you realize what makes you tick and what really gets you going, it’s amazing. It completely transforms your life. That passion is inside of you, just waiting to hop out and to give your life a renewed purpose. Find it and lead your life from within out!