Embarking on a journey of self-improvement can be both exciting and daunting. With 14 insightful strategies, you'll discover how to stimulate personal growth, fostering a deeper understanding of self, and unlocking your full potential.
14 ways to stimulate personal growth
Know yourself
- Self knowledge is not just about knowing your likes and dislikes, it’s about knowing who you truly are as a person.
- Surround yourself with beautiful people
- People that have a story to tell, gifts to share and lessons to teach. People that do extraordinary things.
De-clutter
Be mindful of what you bring into your life in the future
- Turn off the TV
- Get in touch with nature
- Read
- Develop a childlike sense of humor
- Have a hobby
- Make someone’s day
Start now
Try one of the ideas listed above. If you’ve started your journey and would like to share what triggered your personal growth, please do so below – your story might inspire someone to start their own journey.
Rid yourself of people who bring you down
Only you can decide whether or not you should do this (or want to), and how best to do it.
- The one instance where I would urge you to immediately remove yourself is if you are physically or emotionally at risk.
‘Three good things’ practice
Write down three good things that happened throughout your day, or three things you are thankful for
- Avoid comparing yourself to what you see on social media
- Offer a compliment and ask an open ended question
- Introduce yourself to the person you always see at your favorite park or beach
- Meet new people
- Spend time with new people
