There are many factors that can make it difficult to determine what it is that you are really good at—what it is that you are created to do.
So how do you find the path that you should follow?
This is not an easy question. Maybe the place to start is to ask yourself what you like to do.
Another option is to seek out input from mentors in your life. This may be your parents, spouse, professors, professional colleagues, or close friends. This input can be really helpful. I do need to advise you to be very careful to choose your mentors wisely.
A third method to discover what you are really good at is to do a sort of self-inventory. You could create your own, and begin by listing things that you like doing and areas that bring you satisfaction.
Ask the mentors of your life for input and use the guides to learn more about yourself. Process both of these things and use them to reduce your options. Then start trying out the best options! You might just discover what it is that you are great at doing.
Understanding your talents and being able to apply them will bring great joy into your life. It will also allow you to find others who have complementary talents and together I believe you will accomplish wonderful things.
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What are some things that you would like to try out as a part of this process?
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