In our exploration of Who am I--A self-awareness journey, we have discussed our impact on others, now we must ask ourselves, Who do we choose to be?
Our personality and experiences have informed our behaviors, but they are not determinative. Our path forward is ours alone, either because of our history and influences or in spite of them. Only the person in the mirror can make the decision on a day to day basis that will make us who we want to be.
Therefore consider these three ideas:
1) Purpose
The biggest day of our life was when we were born; the most significant day of our life is when we find out the reason why we were born. So often we are so busy, life is moving so fast, so many things are pulling at us, we forget the fundamental reason why we do things. We all have a purpose. Have we found out what ours is? Purpose gives us power, it gives us strength, and it gives us courage. It motivates us to learn and grow, especially when we are uncomfortable. This sense of purpose will give us all the tools and thoughts we need to take another step.
2) Choice
The understanding that we have the freedom of choice is a foundational factor in our becoming the best version of ourselves. We are the sum total of all the choices that we have made. Whatever we have chosen up to this point, today we have the power to chart any course we wish. Though we may regret some of our past choices, we never lose the ability to make new choices going forward. As those around us see us making sound choices, over time they will be inspired to follow our example.
3) Legacy
Peter Strople says that legacy is not something we give to people; it is something we leave inside of people. At the end of your life, what do you want people to say about you? As for me, I want those around me to feel that I added value to their life and put hope and courage in their heart and spirit. As we consider our impact on others after we are gone, our actions and our motivations today will be transformed. If our thoughts are of others, then we will be better ourselves, and all of us will be able to take another step.
Once we understand the power that we can become whomever we choose by our thoughts, beliefs, and actions, everyone around us will take another step.
What part of this resonated with you?
What path are you currently on and does that match what you want your legacy to be?
Understand we have the power within ourselves to become a better person and an inspirational leader to all of those around us.
Love to connect with you to help you on your journey of helping you determine who you want to be and putting into a plan the steps you need to take to achieve your goals.
If you have conquered this process, I would love to hear your success stories and ways of accomplishing this life inspiring task.
