We have all wondered what’s our life’s purpose and why we are here. The most common answer is found throughout religious teachings, schools of wisdom and life coaching books.
The field of personal growth and self-improvement has boomed and flourished in the last few decades. There are plenty of materials available, books, videos and various courses. Here are a few ideas on where you can start.
1. Learn a Foreign Language
Recent scientific research has shown learning a foreign language can increase the size of your brain. Gaining new language skills corresponds with brain growth in the hippocampus and areas of the cerebral cortex which are related to language learning.
There are probably language schools in your area you can go to or you can look for online courses as well. Many language instructors give private Skype classes as well. At Duolingo and Babbel you can learn languages in a fun way and for free.
2. Learn About Positive Psychology
This speaks volumes already.
This course is about the psychological aspects of life fulfillment and flourishing. It teaches about love, friendship, creativity, spirituality, happiness, achievement and humor.
It’s helpful to know other people are dealing with the same issues regarding finding your life’s purpose and get the tools to deal with them. Actually, taking any training in psychology will enable you to improve the quality of your life.
3. Take Up Yoga
Yoga is a 5000 year old system for achieving overall well-being from physical, mental and emotional to energetic and spiritual.
It keeps stress levels low, calms us down, maintains physical health and brings us into contact with our inner selves. Yoga has become increasingly popular in the last decade.
You can probably find a yoga course where you live, but if you are in a remote place, there are videos online and you can practice along. There are also yoga retreats and you can organize your vacation around health and yoga.
4. Be of Service to Community
Being of service to our community is highly rewarding as it gives us purpose and makes us feel good about ourselves. Research has shown service helps relieve depression and anxiety.
There are places like Royal Rehab College where you can learn how to help others in many situations. For example, by gaining a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance you will be able to help the elderly, injured people, to provide psychological support after traumatic events and so on.
It makes us humble and teaches how to appreciate life more.
We are all far from being perfect. There are many ways for us to work on our self-development.
The sooner we start, the better the results will be. Start today, get smarter, learn new life skills, take care of yourself and others and enjoy your life.
Accepting personal responsibility for your choices allows you to be the best person you can possibly be.
