A Turning Point In My Life

The difference between who you are, and who you want to be is what you do.

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It wasn't a dramatic fall from grace or a life-altering crisis that ignited my journey of self-transformation. My childhood was, by all accounts, a very happy one. My parents made sure to provide us with all we needed and we lived a life free of problems. But as I transitioned into adulthood, I felt something was missing within and I challenged myself to find it.

I was aware that I had a lot of unrealized potential, but staying in my comfort zone prevented me from developing. I then made the decision to challenge myself, reach my full potential, and develop into the best version of myself.- falters.- I had not truly encountered the hardships of the outside world until I moved out of my comfort zone, which was my parents' house. However, when reality set in, I began to feel like I had made the wrong choice. Nonetheless, I never give up easily because I always make sure to complete the tasks I set out to complete. My goal in joining clubs was to increase my self-assurance. Although I wouldn't describe my self-esteem as low, I struggled when it came to public speaking. Even now, I still get anxious when I have to speak in front of an audience, but I can claim that I've gotten better at it. In addition, I began to let more of myself in so that I might absorb knowledge from others. Being naturally interested might be a terrible thing at times, but overall, I think it has helped me a lot.

I had doubts about myself which made me feel less of myself sometimes but someone once told me this; ‘you’re an amazing person and no one out there is better than you. Do not let anyone look down on you, because you’re very smart and you have what it takes.’ The impact these worlds have had on my life journey is incomprehensible. As I step out everyday to face life, these words ring in my head and I am motivated to go out there and do great things. I’m usually not a risk taker but what’s life without risks? I took so many risks in the hopes that I would obtain a possible outcome. Sometimes I did, other times I didn’t but that’s the beauty of life. We learn from our failures and what doesn’t break us makes us.

Today, I can’t boldly say I stand in a more fulfilling place. I like to believe that I am defined by the continuous process of becoming someone, not by what happens to me or crosses my path. Now, I find so much joy in the journey ahead, and I am optimistic that the best is yet to come. The message I carry for others is simple; transformation isn't reserved for those facing hardship. We can be open to transformation at any point in time and all we need is a little push and determination.

The journey will be tough, there would be good and bad times but we should always make it point to not stay stagnant as growth is important. I hope you enjoyed reading this, thank you for your time.

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