Determine What Makes You Unique
We all have a passion—something that makes us light up inside, something we want to do more than anything else. We bring our own uniqueness to our passion. Following it will help us find true meaning in life.
Assessing your uniqueness takes careful thought. Set aside an hour at a time. Longer blocks of time are even better. The key is to feel free to brainstorm because nothing else requires your attention.
Schedule time on your calendar and hold to it.
When it’s time, go to a quiet place with purpose. Take a notepad or something to capture your ideas. Don’t judge any of your thoughts. Brainstorming means all ideas are of equal value.
You can be selective later. Judging in advance blocks your creativity and you’ll likely miss something you are suppressing or something new.
Some questions to ask to uncover your uniqueness are:
- Which activities cause me to completely lose track of time?
- What am I always trying to find time to do even when I only have a few free moments?
- What makes me really happy?
- What matters most to me personally?
- What are my top five values, and why?
Once you have thought through and listed all your answers to these questions, list each answer on a separate line. Ask yourself what parts of your life feel most and least aligned with your favorite activities, passions and values.
Record and study this information closely to find clarity.
Leverage what you’ve discovered.
It’s time to follow your heart, honor your uniqueness, and discover your true meaning. Gather your answers and decide how to incorporate this newfound knowledge into your life.
Maybe you uncovered a passion you’ve always suppressed.
Never be afraid to follow your passion and blaze new trails. It’s important to have faith in the process of life. The trick is to realize and embrace your uniqueness. By doing so, you will be led in the direction you were meant to go.
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