Having many responsibilities in my life, has shown me that as an individual, there’s only so much I can do for others. However, sometimes doing so, brings a sense of anxiety and an overwhelming feeling, because I am the person everyone depends on. Being on this heartfelt and self discovery journey, has reminded me that setting boundaries are very important for my mental wellbeing.

In this post I share self discovery quotes that changed my life. Self discovery is such a complex topic. I have been reflecting on this idea for a while because I want to understand what it means to be as Oprah says “the truest expression of myself”. I hope these quotes will help open your mind and help you understand yourself a little bit better.

I thought I knew what self awareness meant until I came across Tasha Eurich’s ground breaking research. I discovered that I had low self-awareness, and I had been approaching introspection the wrong way. What's more intriguing is Eurich's discovery that excessive introspection correlates with lower self-awareness and reduced job satisfaction and well-being. So, if conventional introspection isn't the answer, what is the right way to cultivate self-awareness?

Many of us misunderstand what self discovery means. It isn’t about discovering something new but understanding underlying beliefs and motivations that lead us to live our lives the way we do. Writing about self-discovery can be challenging process. To navigate this process, I created a roadmap to articulate the specific events and pivotal moments that shaped my path.

How can you navigate life without first understanding who you are? What then guides your choices? Many of us struggle with feeling like someone else is steering our lives. Some of us keep busy to avoid the reality that we aren’t aligning with our own values, beliefs, or aspirations.

What insights would you share with your future self regarding your goals and aspirations? I wrote a letter to my future self and realized my own fears and anxiety about the future. However, I also learned that writing a letter to your future self has many advantages for personal development, including anchoring your goals and aspirations, crafting a strategic roadmap for your journey, and using it as a tool to navigate challenges.

Navigating the year-end review process can be challenging, especially if it's your first time. While there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach, the most effective method should align with your intentions and preferences. One of my favorite ways to review the year is by looking back through pictures memories on my smartphone and reflecting on each captured moment.

When it comes to finding your purpose, you have to start with you. While it may seem simple, beginning with yourself requires a profound shift in perspective. Think about how many times you look at yourself in the mirror? If the image of yourself was so clear in your mind, would you need to look again? Starting with you means paying attention to yourself in a way that you never have before.

A life script is a set of childhood decisions based on parental or societal expectations. It is also the extension of those decisions into our adult life. Unfortunately, for most of us, we don’t realize until later in life that we are not living our lives based on our own decisions but are largely influenced by the messages we receive from those around us.

What can we learn about ourselves from looking outwards? My perspective on self awareness has changed. I was internally self aware but lacked external self-awareness. This meant I understood little about other people's emotions and perhaps their perceptions of me. Understanding this was important because it informed how I connected with others and how I felt about how others saw me.

Understanding your authentic self serves as a filter, allowing you to discern what information, experiences, and relationships align with your true essence. It's like having a finely tuned radar that detects what serves your best interests