As I began my process of self-discovery, I slowly came to understand that life was much more than just a long series of events and interactions. Instead, it was a complex combination of attitudes, beliefs, and feelings that ultimately created an individual worldview for each person. The beliefs and values that I had held so closely to my heart, were not solely based on inherited beliefs, but were in direct result of the experiences I had and the ways I interacted with others. I then began to see that my self-discovery was not only about myself, but also about my environment, and how I relate to that environment. As a result, I started to recognize the world around me and observed the beauty of the natural environment and its complexity.
The stars above, the oceans, the mountains, the impressive array of life, and the many kinds of land, all work together to create a living, beautiful world. In my travels, I have come to acknowledge the good and bad influence humans have made on the planet--the scientific and technological wonders and the destruction, devastation, and burden we impose upon the Earth through war, personal and ecological harm, and sociopolitical inequality. I thought demeaning thoughts about myself based on this duality, and began to reflect on how I fit into it all, my influence in the world, and what I am doing to make the right choices in life. I realized no action is too small to not have an impact, and I wanted to make sure that my influence was an advantage, so I decided to start making changes; like making an effort to lessen my carbon footprint, volunteering in my neighbourhood, and supporting causes.
In the end, these changes have been rewarding, and introducing a sense of meaning and emotion into my life. I have further recognized my ongoing journey of self-discovery is an ongoing process of learning about the world and myself, and there is always more to learn and discover.
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The Path of Self-Discovery: Navigating Life's Complexities
SpiritualThis book is a memoir about the author's intimate experience of growth and self-discovery, including their experience of growing up in Tunisia and the uneasy personal realities that surrounded it. The book describes the author's experience moving fr...
