REVEALING YOUR UNIQUENESS
We are all different, but each of as has something special. In this practice you will learn how to reveal your uniqueness, understand how individuality differs from uniqueness and also rediscover yourself and learn to apply your unique traits to achieve goals.
INDIVIDALITY VS. UNIQUENESS
Individuality is the sum of intelligence, character, temperament, interests, abilities and innate qualities.
For example, Kate had an amazing ability to draw since childhood, it’s her natural talent for visualization and special attention to detail. Already in the early childhood, she created complex and detailed images when other children drew simple pictures.
Uniqueness is the expression of individual characteristics in an unusual way.
As an adult, Kate decided to combine her passion with love for nature.
She began to draw animals with fantasy elements. For example, a lion with butterfly wings. This unusual style has made her famous and recognizable among other artists.
She began to draw animals with fantasy elements. For example, a lion with butterfly wings. This unusual style has made her famous and recognizable among other artists.
The individuality of Kate consisted in her innate talent for drawing.
Meanwhile, her uniqueness was reflected in creating her own inimitable style in art.
Meanwhile, her uniqueness was reflected in creating her own inimitable style in art.
TALENT MARKERS
Do you find it difficult to concentrate on your thoughts, focus on cognitive processes, notice your own state and attitude towards the activity that you are doing?
Write down in your notebook what you do best.
Talent markers are the key signs that indicate the presence of certain abilities of yours.
They help you to recognize and develop talents that may not be obvious.
Write down in your notebook what you do best.
Talent markers are the key signs that indicate the presence of certain abilities of yours.
They help you to recognize and develop talents that may not be obvious.
Let’s consider the main types of these markers:
1
Inclination to certain activities
What kind of activities did you show active interest in from an early age?
For example, music, mathematics, sports and others.
What kind of activities did you show active interest in from an early age?
For example, music, mathematics, sports and others.
2
Rapid development of skills
What did you learn quickly and achieve success in?
For example, you easily learn musical instruments or foreign languages.
What did you learn quickly and achieve success in?
For example, you easily learn musical instruments or foreign languages.
3
High level of creativity and innovation
How often do you come up with new ideas and solutions?
To which tasks do you show a non-standard approach more frequently?
How often do you come up with new ideas and solutions?
To which tasks do you show a non-standard approach more frequently?
4
An overwhelming desire for excellence
In what areas do you improve your skills and achieve excellence?
In what areas do you improve your skills and achieve excellence?
5
Emotional involvement
Which activities cause you strong positive emotions and desire to do it as often as possible?
Which activities cause you strong positive emotions and desire to do it as often as possible?
6
Recognition by others
What skills of yours are perceived and highlighted by others? In which area?
What skills of yours are perceived and highlighted by others? In which area?
7
Failure tolerance
In what contexts do you maintain motivation and continue to work on yourself despite your failures?
In what contexts do you maintain motivation and continue to work on yourself despite your failures?
8
Intuitive understanding
In what processes do you have natural, intuitive understanding?
In what processes do you have natural, intuitive understanding?
Defining these talent markers in yourself is the first step towards developing
hidden abilities and achieving success in the chosen field.
hidden abilities and achieving success in the chosen field.
HOW TO DISCOVER YOUR INNATE INCLINATIONS AND ABILITIES
- Step 1: Awareness and self-analysisStart keeping a diary. Write down your thoughts, feelings and actions every day. Add meditation practices. Awareness development will help you to adjust to dialogue with yourself and improve the process of self-recognition.
- Step 2: Feedback from othersAsk your loved ones what you are really good at. Often others see things in us that we do not. But don’t forget about professional feedback as well. A mentor or a coach will help you to analyze your successes and failures.
- Step 3: Experiment and exploreTry new things. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different activities. Sometimes new experiences can reveal unexpected talents.
- Step 4: Professional testsTake professional psychological tests (such as the Myers-Briggs or Strong tests).
They will help you to better understand your strengths and preferences. - Step 5: Analyze hobbies and hobbiesThink about how your hobbies are connected with your talents.
Often hobbies are a reflection of true passion or ability.
THE IMPORTANCE OF A LEADING HOBBY IN SELF-DISCLOSURE
Conscious passion is the key to understanding the deeper aspects of your personality and potential.
- Leading hobby as a mirror of personalityYour leading hobby reflects your individuality and unique traits. For example, love for mountain biking can indicate an interest in adventure and an inclination to physical challenges. Meanwhile, the hobby of painting can reflect a creative nature and ability to see the world in a unique light.
- Hobby as a means of self-expression and self-realizationThrough hobbies (music, writing or sports) you can express your emotions, thoughts and ideas. This contributes to personal growth and allows for a deeper understanding of your inner desires and experiences.
- Development and enrichment of your personalityHobbies contribute to the development of new skills and knowledge useful in various aspects of life, including professional activities. For example, photography requires technical knowledge about cameras and composition and develops artistic perception.
- Social interaction and communicationHobbies allow to communicate with like-minded people and exchange experiences. For example, joining a book club or participating in sports events open the door to meeting people who share your interests.
- Psychological well-beingFavorite hobby reduces stress and improves psychological state. It becomes a source of joy and satisfaction, improving the quality of life.
CREATION OF «WHEEL OF UNIQUENESS»
«Wheel of uniqueness» is a tool that helps to define and visualize key aspects of your personality and abilities. It consists of 6 spectrums reflecting an important part of your inner world and talents.
Create your own wheel:
- Visualization:
- Completion:
- Analysis:
How to fill each of the 6 sectors:
1
Direction (inclination/interest):
What activities do you have a natural inclination or interest in?
You may feel an inner attraction or passion for it.
What activities do you have a natural inclination or interest in?
You may feel an inner attraction or passion for it.
2
Abilities:
Ask yourself: "What do I do best?".
Consider the areas where you feel confident and successful.
Ask yourself: "What do I do best?".
Consider the areas where you feel confident and successful.
3
Knowledge:
What knowledge are you willing to share with others?
It can be professional knowledge, life experience or unique skills.
What knowledge are you willing to share with others?
It can be professional knowledge, life experience or unique skills.
4
Focus:
What do you like to focus your attention on?
It can be a certain activity, process or even thought activity.
What do you like to focus your attention on?
It can be a certain activity, process or even thought activity.
5
Skills:
Write down 3 useful skills you have.
These can be both technical and soft skills that you consider to be your strong points.
Write down 3 useful skills you have.
These can be both technical and soft skills that you consider to be your strong points.
6
Inspiration:
Identify 1-3 sources of inspiration in your life: people, places, activities, books etc.
Identify 1-3 sources of inspiration in your life: people, places, activities, books etc.
Analyze your «Wheel of Uniqueness». It will help you to see an integrated picture of your unique qualities and abilities.
LET’S US SUMMARIZE
Each of us is unique and understanding this uniqueness is the key to a meaningful and fulfilled life.
You have explored various aspects of your identity — from inclinations and interests to your core skills and sources of inspiration. This knowledge is your compass towards yourself.
You have explored various aspects of your identity — from inclinations and interests to your core skills and sources of inspiration. This knowledge is your compass towards yourself.
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«Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your own inner voice»