Knowing Myself Well

If we could have a clear understanding of what our preferences are, it would surely assist us in knowing more about ourselves and how to improve ourselves. It will also provide us with a clear guideline to understand our development areas and strengths.

In the world of work, such a guideline may enrich our quality of life and working environment to such an extent that we may contribute meaningfully and grow to our full potential.

Knowing yourself holds many benefits for a fulfilling life:

• You will be happier: When you really get to know yourself better you will find that you find it easier to accept yourself and live with whom you are. The moment you get to know yourself better you will be more relaxed in other people’s presence – hence living a happier life.
• You will have more self-confidence to set goals for yourself: The result of knowing yourself and your needs will be that you are more confident to address your own needs by setting goals for your life. To what extent do you love yourself (as the Bible say?) And are you able to love others as a result?
• You will be in contact with the world around you: You will have fewer fantasies about whom you want to be, how you would like your life to be like, and how you would like others to behave towards you. You will have a more honest relationship with others and yourself.
• You will have fulfilling relationships with others: Self-acceptance shows in the company with others. When you accept and know yourself you will feel less threatened by others and by situations – hence being more relaxed, honest and sincere in the company of other people.
• People will find it easier to communicate to and with you: An openness, non-threatened attitude, and sincerity, will enable other people to approach you freely and communicate with you comfortably.