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Non-profit founder Peters begins his book with a challenge: "Write your own epitaph." Defining oneself is a major component of knowing who you are and what you can do. He offers the tale of Tim, brought up in poverty and family strife, who later uses his acquired strengths and religious convictions to help others in difficult circumstances. Peters also interjects episodes from his own life, similar to Tim's since both are involved in mission and charity work.
The author presents numerous methodologies for readers to self-examine their traits and values, including the Clifton Strengths Assessment, Dr. Gary Chapman's Love Language Assessment, psychological exploration of temperaments, the New Personality Self-Portrait 25, and the Meyers Briggs evaluation. Is a person sensitive, aggressive, extroverted, a perceiver, sanguine, choleric, an executor, or an influencer? These assessments will help in determining one's passions and powers. Once readers have arrived at a set of basic personality parameters, they can begin to develop a vision statement, which will then require genuine determination to understand and follow through with their long-term goals.
Peters writes smoothly, with quiet humor and relevant compassion, urging readers throughout the narrative to use the tools he presents to find their purpose and pursue it with diligence. He has a degree in psychology, has served in the U.S. military, operates a case management service for individuals with disabilities, and founded the Nehemiah Project designed to assist people with a wide range of critical needs. From these experiences and the solid knowledge gained, underpinned by thoughtful Christian principles, Peters has had ample opportunity to develop the dynamic steps he recommends to others. His book provides a lively opportunity for self-study or group discussion, focusing on practical, accessible strategies for anyone seeking a new direction or enhancement of an established set of goals.