Who are we and who do we want to become?

Life often feels like a journey of exploration that can lead us to feel lost. When this happens, we must first find our bearings by asking for help, studying our position on the map while using the tools at our disposal. Only then can we chart a course that will bring us back onto the right path.

The same is true in the mental realm. To see more clearly, we must understand our beliefs and our culture, in order to understand what we are dealing with before making the necessary changes. 

We must understand our personal modus operandi in its environment, and make it a journey of discovery and personal reflection that will take stock of our beliefs, our values ​​as well as the norms and expectations of our environment. During this phase, we must analyze our thoughts, feelings and behaviors to help us identify our patterns and inconsistencies. Only by understanding who we are, can we embark on meaningful change. 

This may involve personal growth, societal change, or both. This will involve challenging long-held beliefs in the hopes of opening new perspectives. Going further by seeking out new perspectives that will challenge our assumptions and enrich our options. Some experimentation may also push us out of our comfort zone and reveal more possibilities. 

If we can, seek out people able to understand and encourage us. Finally, be patient and don’t hesitate to make small, incremental changes instead of aiming for overly ambitious transformations. Remember that change is a journey, not just a destination. It’s also okay to make mistakes and to view setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow!