It is not our abilities that make us, but our choices! That’s a deep thought. Life is all about the choices we make. We can make the right choice only when we know, who we are.
Knowledge of self, empowers us to take the right decisions in life.
So how does one go about the task of discovering oneself?
Well, my first suggestion is, start writing a diary. What does this do?
A Diary becomes your best friend, you can unburden yourself completely. You feel light in your mind after that. You start discovering your likes, dislikes, tastes, preferences, style, and other trivia about yourself. Self-discovery starts….your writing skills also improvesJ
Suggestion two is to expose yourself to various situations, responsibilities and challenges. Travelling, trekking, hiking, swimming, boating, kayaking and such other activities brings out the best in you and helps uncovering layers off your self. Taking up small responsibilities at home and college builds confidence and hones leadership skills. When you face situations of loss, conflict and confrontations, most times the real you is unleashed.
Three is self-observation. Consciously start observing yourself.
Watch how you feel in a class room, do you get annoyed by other classmates who disrupt classes or do you feel tempted to disrupt class, are you a patient listener? Are you the kind who can't pay attention to any lecture and prefer studying on your own?
Observe yourself in a crisis situation, let’s say your cycle hit a pedestrian and a fight ensues, watch if you are aggressive and fighting the guy or are you nervous and want to avoid conflict?
Find out whether you love outdoors or are happy being indoors with your laptop?
Are you a people’s person and thrive in company and in human interactions or are you a loner who likes to be left alone. (You can make your observation in your diary)
Understanding Self is an important step in life!
If you make efforts and find out who you really are, that will give you immense happiness and clarity. Without worrying about what others think if you follow your heart, you will find out what you are passionate about. Do that which gives you happiness.
If you are able to turn your passion into a profession then life is a success!
- Dr.Lalita Anand.
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