You Were Made for More: How to Maximize Your Potential
Have you ever felt called to something? Have you ever felt like you were meant for something, but weren’t sure how to reach it? This feeling is real and extremely special. You were made for more. More than average. More than petty gossip. More than the status quo. You were made for bigger, better things. The question is: how do you realize this potential and grow into it? Let’s break it down.
Recognize the Call
Usually, this calling occurs when coming out of a slump or when discovering a passion. When it has yet to be discovered, it can make you feel restless and frustrated because you know something is off in your life, but you don’t know what. Sometimes, it can lead you to dislike being around those who indulge in things you know are not benefitting you or pushing you forward on your destined path. This desire for growth – for more – is not selfish; it is your purpose.
2. Define Your “More”
Next, how do you bring this feeling to life? How do you know what you were made for? There are countless ways to discover and define your “more.” If you have no idea what your “more” is, get more involved. Branch out. Try new things. Join new clubs. Through this process, you can experience so many different things, which can lead to the discovery of your passion. After you discover this passion, put it into words. Write it down. Journal about it. Become so engrossed in it that you have no choice but to follow it.
3. Align Your Actions with Your Vision
Now that your passions and potential are defined, you need to actually work towards maximizing it. Build a daily routine that feeds into your passion. If you feel passionate about working with animals, then carve out time daily or weekly to volunteer at a local shelter. If you feel passionate about working in healthcare, spend time interning at hospitals. If you are passionate about politics, then devote time to reading news from many different sources. Nurture your passion, and it will grow into potential. This also requires shifts in your mindset and with those you surround yourself with. You will go nowhere if you constantly put yourself down or spend time with those who indulge in things that you don’t want to be a part of. Choose your mindset and choose your friends. The rest will flow from there.
4. Take Bold Steps Forward
This is something that I am currently working on, too. Stepping out of your comfort zone and acting on things can only help you grow more. When you act, you build confidence for yourself and momentum in your work. So, please, if you feel passionate about something, go for it. Do not wait. Step out of your comfort zone and realize that you were made for so much more.
Now it is your turn. It is time to find your passion, your purpose, and your potential. I challenge you to take one step today. Join a club, talk to new people, or even just research something that you are interested in. Find your potential, then maximize it.
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I am so grateful that you were here with me today, and I can’t wait to see you next time! Comment below what step you are taking today
RISE.LEAD.SUCCEED
Love,
Juliet & Study Strong