6 Questions To Reveal Who You Truly Are

Have you ever stopped to think what you are doing with your life? With how hectic things have become, it is very easy to forget what you are doing and who you really are. You might get so used to working your 9 to 5 job, constantly doing the same thing over and over again. You might simply give up and get complacent because things are not going your way at all. You might also be so focused on being accepted by society and doing things for others that you end up losing yourself. Trust me, the influence that the people around you can have on how you behave is nothing to scoff at. Because of all these possibilities, you should try to stop and think about who you really are before continuing on a path that, as many might now, can really change your behaviour drastically. Therefore, in this article, I will be addressing 6 questions that you can ask yourself to reveal who you truly are.

What are you thinking right now (current mental state)?

Asking yourself about your current mental state and being able to reflect on it can be very helpful in many ways. Questioning yourself about your thoughts will make you become more introspective, which in turn will make you more aware of what is going on inside your mind (Livingstone, 2020). Having an accurate assessment of the thoughts that are going through your head will allow you to take better decisions and understand what you feel.

Are you happy with your life? Why?

This might sound a bit redundant but asking yourself if you are happy is essential on your search for happiness. You might be thinking: “Well, duh”, but the amount of people who are actually doing things that will lead to their happiness is lower than you might think. A lot of people get trapped inside the idea that you should work a 9 to 5 job to be economically sufficient and happy. But most of the times, people end up wasting most of their lives working, and completely forget about their dreams. It is extremely important to check in with yourself regularly as to not lose track of your pursuit of happiness (Lawes, 2020).

Is there anything bothering you? If yes, why is it still there and is it okay to ignore it?

This question is extremely important to ask yourself. Addressing things that are bothering you is one of the main ways that you can protect your emotional stability. Of course, if you think about something that bothers you only slightly and can ignore it without getting affected, then it might be okay to leave it be. However, if there is something that bothers you a lot, but you just decide to ignore it, you might end up building up resentment and anger until finally exploding (Brain & Spine, 2019). So, make sure that you ask yourself this question and address whatever it is that bothers you before you start building negative, hard feelings.

If you had 3 days left to live, what are 3 things you would do?

This question has the main objective of letting you know what it is that you really want to do, or what your goals are. It might spark a sense of urgency in you and help you get your priorities in order. Afterall, what if you really only have 3 days left to live? I don’t mean to be rude, but you should really start wondering what it is that you should be doing. For example, you might be putting so much effort into your job that you completely forget about your parents or your best friends. This question will allow you to remember what is really important to you, and help you break out of whatever it is that’s not allowing you to prioritise correctly.

What is your perfect everyday routine?

Let’s get a bit creative here. Can you think of a routine that will actually make you happy and help you achieve your goals? Even if your idea of a perfect everyday routine includes playing videogames, or watching TV all day long, you still need to get there. You need to work hard to be economically independent in order to be able to do whatever you want. Having the idea of a perfect everyday routine be your goal will be very useful. It will help you get rid of activities or tasks that you currently do that don’t contribute at all to what you want. It also allows you to start building habits that you have included in your perfect everyday routine.

How do you want to be remembered once dead?

This question might sound a bit grim but can have a huge impact on what you do from now on. You will usually hear about the “legacies” left by famous people who have passed away and develop the idea that only celebrities can leave legacies. However, each and every person leaves a legacy when they pass away, that one special reason for what they are remembered for. How you are remembered depends completely on what kind of person you are and the things that you do. As such, depending on how you want to be remembered, start taking steps towards becoming that person. Do you want to be remembered as a loving and caring person who was always there to help? Start being more active with your relationships, catch up with your family and friends, etc..

To conclude, if you really want to know who you really are, start by asking yourself the questions that have been addressed in this article. Of course, there are many more questions that will help you find yourself but starting with these 6 questions will definitely help you get back on track. As a general tip, remember to be as honest as possible with yourself whenever you self-reflect. Afterall, there really is no benefit in lying to yourself.

References

Brain & Spine. (2019). 6 Reasons Resentment Creeps Into Your Relationships and What to Do About It. Retrieved 4 February 2021, from https://health.clevelandclinic.org/6-reasons-resentment-creeps-into-your-relationships-and-what-to-do-about-it/

Livingstone, B. (2020). The Benefits of Self-Questioning Part One. Retrieved 4 February 2021, from https://www.mentalhelp.net/blogs/the-benefits-of-self-questioning-part-one/

Lowes, P. (2020). 8 Reasons Why Asking Yourself ‘Why’ Is Important To Life. Retrieved 4 February 2021, from https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/8-reasons-why-asking-yourself-why-important-life.html