There is a bridge over a small river a couple of miles from where I live in Somerset. It is one of my favourite places to visit.

It’s nothing spectacular. Pretty ordinary really. You probably wouldn’t take much notice of it if you drove over it or walked up to it.

The river itself is nothing to write home about either.

And yet when I am there, something inside is touched by a knowing that there is a greater purpose to life. That we are more than just blood and bones.

That whilst we are here, for however long or briefly that may be, there is something important that we need to achieve. We may not be consciously aware of what that something is and many of us will deny that such a thing is possible.

But when we sit in a place that allows us to be quiet and peaceful, away from the distractions of modern life, we can connect again with that inner voice that tells us whether we are on the right path or not.

It is important for us as humans to recognise that we could have a ‘mission’ in life. It can give us the drive and determination to succeed in what we attempt.

By feeling that we are fulfilling a destiny or greater purpose, we can lift ourselves and those around us out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary.

It can keep us going when we feel that we are drained or lacking in energy, when success feels a long way out of reach.

By going somewhere quiet and peaceful and re-connecting with our sense of purpose, we are refreshed and motivated to carry on when times are hard.

This bridge is my place. It helps.