Finding and availing ourselves of those growth opportunities can require some intentionality.
Schedule some time each morning to reflect on your previous day. Ask yourself: Is the person I am today an improvement on the person of yesterday? When you review how you handled yesterday's challenges, do you see growth in courage, patience, problem-solving, kindness, and service?
Recognize that growth comes in different forms and sometimes in even minute degrees. Spiritual, emotional, mental, financial and physical progression are all important. Consider keeping a journal of your growth in these different areas. And celebrate when growth is achieved.
Keep your mind engaged to achieve continued growth. Seek opportunities to learn a new skill or experience a new adventure. For example, schedule a regular time to review (or set up digital alerts for) meet-ups, museum exhibits, travel tours, online courses, in-person classes, and libraries.
Introducing yourself to something new helps expand your scope and knowledge. And remember,
"The mind, once stretched by a new idea, never returns to its original dimensions."
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
And, when you are more knowledgeable, you are often also more valuable and marketable in service to others.
Expand your horizons by investing in as much personal self-development as possible. Read quality books and blogs on personal development. Form a relationship with a mentor. Seek a spiritual advisor. Consider investing in a coach.
Remember that your growth is only limited by the opportunities you seek and appropriate. Use these tips to continually look for opportunities to keep growing in all areas of your life.
Personal Strategic Plan
Ralph Waldo Emerson quote
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