Who Are You?
From the blog, “Be the best you can Be” Welcome
The topic for today is, “Who are you?”
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“Who are you?”
Often, when introducing ourselves for the first time we want to put our best foot forward and for whatever reason we tend to define who we are by what we do, not thinking otherwise. This can be limiting and misleading. Who we are is not the same as what we do. Society often reinforces the idea that success and achievement define a person’s worth. This mindset can be harmful as it places unnecessary pressure on us to constantly achieve and be productive.
This mentality can lead us to a sense of emptiness or dissatisfaction, as we may feel like we are only valuable based on our accomplishments. We set ourselves up to have to continue to impress instead of just being. An example of this could be someone who defines themselves as a doctor, lawyer or
business owner. This label does not capture the full range of their passions, interests, and life experiences. A label with clarity doesn’t give value no matter how important the role is.
Another example could be a dating event. A place where you
share with others about yourself. Here people may say what they do, what they enjoy, maybe even where they are from but really who are they? We seem to be so programmed in society that we may not truly know who we are.
What we choose to do can give people a glimpse of our choices, thoughts and sometimes desires but who we actually are is defined very different from the things we do.
Value comes from being and knowing. Yes, our roles are important and matter but they in no means define in totality who we are. We are totally different when defining who we are as compared to what we do. To truly understand oneself, we need to explore beyond society’s expectations and labels. We are all unique, valuable and multifaceted and these characteristics cannot be captured by a single label or role.
Take time to find out who you are. Get to know that person in the mirror beyond the labels society and sometimes ourselves put on us. By doing so, we can embrace our uniqueness and lead a fulfilling life based on our true identity.
So maybe next time someone comes up to you and asks you to share about yourself, consider who you are, not what you do. People’s takeaway will be much more memorable instead of one trying to impress with accomplishments.
Who are you?
You are someone that is worth getting to know. Someone that adds value to the world and those around you. Get to know and embrace who you are. You are a one and only, whom we all would love to meet.
Thank you for sharing your time with us and until next time stay safe, happy and healthy.
Take care Julie