Get To Know Yourself

Kimberly Fulcher
Compass Life and Business Designs
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Eight Baby Steps To Knowing Your “Self”

Who are you? What do you stand for? What do you believe in? What engages your passion? What brings tears of gratitude and joy to your eyes? Do you know, or have you lost yourself? In my work as a professional coach, I’ve helped many people rediscover themselves. The first step on the road to rediscovery involves spending time with you, which is why I liken the process to dating yourself.

When you began dating your last partner or the person you share your life with, didn’t you move heaven and earth to make time for them? When you were with them, didn’t you go out of your way to get to know them? What if you were to take a similar approach to rediscovering yourself? Here are some “baby steps” you can take to get reacquainted with yourself.

Journal

Writing your thoughts on paper can be profound. The process of journaling can support you in learning about what you’re afraid of, what you’re passionate about, and what you aspire to.

Buy yourself a beautiful notebook, and a pen you enjoy writing with. Find 20 quiet minutes in your day, and steal away to a comfortable place in your home. Begin your process by writing as if you were talking with yourself. Write about how you’re feeling, what’s bothering or exciting you, or the day ahead of you, or answer questions from books or personal development programs you’ve been reading.

Remember that your journal can be messy and illegible. It’s for your eyes only, and doesn’t need to be presentable. Enjoy the process of establishing a connection with you through the written word.

Meditate
Meditation is not about attaining a state of emptiness while sitting in the lotus position. It’s about observing yourself in the present moment. Find 10 quiet moments in your day, and sit comfortably. Your goal should be to “empty” yourself of any anxiety or worry. Focus on your breath, and allow the thoughts that enter your mind to be there.

Acknowledge them, but don’t focus on understanding what they mean, or solving any problems. Just allow yourself to be still.

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