What does it mean to know who you are?
The question of who you are is one of the most important questions in life. It’s the key that unlocks the door to true happiness and freedom. The answer to this question is not easy, but it’s worth exploring.
You are unique. You have your own style and personality that make you special. People love you for who you are and admire your strength and character. You are confident and independent, but also a great listener and supportive friend. You are a positive force in the world, always seeing the best in others and helping them to be their best.
People adore you for your creativity. Whether you’re the life of every party with your fresh and witty jokes or you’re a problem solver at work, you have the ability to make anyone feel happier around you. Your friends and family appreciate your kindness and the care that you put into every relationship.
Even when you’re struggling, you find the strength to help those who are suffering. You are a compassionate and understanding person who is able to empathize with others’ pain and struggles. You are a good listener and you take the time to really hear the other person’s story without judgment. You are a pillar of strength and support to your family, friends and community.
You are beautiful. Even when you’re having a bad day, you can turn it around by smiling and focusing on the good things in your life. You are a natural optimist. You never see a glass half empty, but instead as a glass that is filled with water. You have an amazing sense of style and you are always wearing something new that you love.
If you want to improve yourself, start by examining what makes you special and what your strengths are. Then, focus on using those strengths to help others and be a positive influence on the people around you.
Whenever you’re feeling down on yourself, read this list of 100 things you love about you to remind yourself that there is so much more than your struggles and failures. It’s a powerful way to change your perspective and shift the negative dialogue in your head.
This article is part of our What Does It Mean to Know Who You Are series, which delves into the most important questions in life and how to find the answers within yourself. Check out our other articles in the series, including What Does It Mean to Be Happy? and How Do You Know if You’re in Enlightenment?
The Associated Press contributed to this article.
This is a correction: This story originally stated that the upcoming season of Netflix’s “You” would debut in 2020. It is actually set to debut this year. We regret the error.
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