Topic: Self-Awareness
Self-Awareness is a skill that I need to practice all my life. In the growth path, it says: Self-awareness also entails recognizing both strengths and weaknesses, acknowledging past mistakes, and celebrating achievements, leading to a realistic self-image that forms the basis for healthy self-esteem and self-acceptance.
I believe that we all have a self-image inside, which shapes our self-esteem along with many other things. A false self-image can lead to a false idea of what we should do or should not do. I was always lucky to have someone who was close to me to remind me when I was mislead by any false self-image. To have a realistic self-image, I reflect a lot to have a right understanding of myself. I gradually starts to accept my weakness and find ways to eliminate any negative consequences of them. For example, when I found myself too anxious and impatient in a certain circumstance, I would step outside for a while till I calm down.
I would like to encourage you to discuss the question below:
Try to describe your self-image before and after you practice self-awareness. Can you identify any new characteristics of your realistic self-image now?
I welcome you to reply this post and share your findings!
@Wallis I find it admirable that when you recognize that you’re feeling a bit too impatient or anxious you take it upon yourself to calm down by stepping outside. Sometimes, calming down is easier said than done so I would like to commend you on taking initiative.
Thank you for your lovely post. 💓
@GentleHealingInitiative
@GentleHealingInitiative
Thank you Gen for replying my thread again. I am glad that my post prompted discussion and you are participating! I am also hoping that sharing my experience can help others reflect on their own. Thank you for your encouragement!
Before reflecting, I used to think that my self image composed of only positive traits - but after reflection I started having a greater acceptance of both positive and negative traits which eventually increased my self integration and made me feel more stable in life.
@QueenAsphodel17
Queen thanks for replying. You inspired me in that reflecting brings the feeling of stableness and then bring the feeling of authenticity. Wonderful point here!
@Wallis Great post! I find that before self-reflecting, I am keenly aware of all of my bad traits. However, after practicing self-awareness, I become aware that I am made of many parts, good and bad!
@Wallis
I think before self reflection I thought that I had some positive traits and was average enough, after self reflection I think I started viewing myself i a better light upon realising the care and love I give to not only the people around me but also to myself that I was not acknowledging.
@Wallis
