Written by: Kerry Fisher, Executive Contributor
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The journey towards becoming the very best version of yourself is both an art and a science. It requires introspection, discipline and creativity.
You must look within and be utterly honest about who you are and who you want to become. It can be difficult to face the truth about yourself and your life, however, if you are willing to face who you really are and if you are honest enough to admit to yourself who you want dream of becoming, the door will open and you will be on the way towards the dream life you deserve.
Step 1. Determine where you are now: Tell the truth to yourself about yourself
The first step is to become absolutely and totally honest with yourself about who you are and what you want. Self-awareness is the cornerstone of personal development.
Begin by thinking about your core values. What are the things that are most important to you? What matters to you? Why are you here? What is your purpose? Make a list of your top 5 values.
Then ask yourself what unique traits define who you are. What are your strengths and what are the areas where you could improve? Make a list.
Step 2. Decide where you want to go: Envision who you want to become
Now it’s time to dream.
Look at your list of core values and ask yourself if you are living in alignment with these values. If you are, great, keep going. If not, it’s time to make a change.
Envision who you want to be. Imagine the person you would be if you did live according to your core values. What would that look like? Spend some time journaling about this until you are clear on who you want to become.
Step 3. Cultivate a growth mindset: Embrace learning and failure
Once you understand where you are and where you want to go, it’s time to embrace the growth mindset.
At it’s core, the growth mindset is the belief that you can develop your abilities through dedication, hard work and learning. It is the idea that you can embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. To do this, you must understand that failure is part of the learning process and that through effort and perseverance, we can attain mastery.
Once you commit to living with this mindset that you can change what you need to change and that you can learn what you need to learn, you will see huge changes in your life.
Take a moment to write down what you need to learn and what skills you need to acquire to become the person you dream of being. Use our list of goals to create this learning plan and schedule in daily learning times so that you will stick to the plan.
Step 5. Goal setting: Your personal blueprint
Once you understand who you are and why you are here and you have embraced the growth mindset, the next step is to set clear, achievable goals that align with your true self.
Be super honest here about what you really want and set goals that challenge you and make you stretch into the next grandest version of yourself.
Dream big and then set goals that will help you move towards those big dreams. Make sure you are setting goals that align with who you want to become. This will create huge forward momentum on your quest towards your dream life.
Step 6. Building healthy habits: The daily steps towards self-improvement
Now it’s time to create daily habits that will support your goals. Your daily habits form the backbone of your journey. Incorporate habits that will help you maintain balance and focus by focusing on your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Daily healthy habits will bring you from where you are to where you want to go. Habits like regular exercise, balanced nutrition and mindfulness practices like meditation, breathwork and a daily gratitude practice are just a few habits that you could incoroproate that will help you maintain the energy you need to fuel your growth.
Step 7. Reflection, reassessment: Stay flexible and resilient
As you begin this journey towards your best self, take the time to reflect regularly on your progress and goals. Be prepared to adapt your strategies as you encounter new experiences and challenges. Resilience in the face of adversity is a hallmark of the best version of yourself.
Step 8. Celebrate progress: Acknowledge your journey
It is essential to stop periodically and celebrate your achievements, no matter how small. Recognizing your progress reinforces a positive mindset and motivates you to continue your journey. So often, we spend our time thinking about what we didn’t accomplish and this keeps us in a negative frame of mind. Make sure that you spend time thinking about what you did accomplish and celebrate yourself.
Becoming the best version of yourself is a lifelong endeavor, one that requires dedication and passion. It's a journey filled with discovery, growth, and fulfillment. Embrace this journey with an open heart and a willing spirit, and watch as you transform into the best version of yourself.
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Kerry Fisher, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Kerry is a peak performance and mindset expert. She teaches simple tools for extraordinary living. Kerry is a former attorney and a mom of five who was juggling a busy career and family life when she realized that her life was out of balance. Kerry went on a journey of self discovery and personal growth so that she could live her very best life. She is an author, a speaker and a wellness educator who teaches people simple tips, tools and techniques so they can live their best life.
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