Questions To Ask Ourselves On A Regular Basis
Have you ever found yourself lost and without purpose?
Wondering how you ended up where you are?
If you are not careful, not mindfully aware of where you are going, you could end up somewhere far from where you want to be.
Here are some helpful questions to ask ourselves on a regular basis.
The power of self-reflection can serve to keep you in check, to keep you focused on self-improvement and ensure that you are as satisfied in life as possible.
Am I using my time wisely?
“Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind.” – Nathaniel Hawthorne
We have 2 resources, time and energy and both are precious.
We should all strive to use time in a way that isn’t counter-productive.
For example, taking time to unwind and do nothing productive in particular could be beneficial for the mind and body.
Finding yourself stuck in a job that offers a stable pay but fails to challenge you, make use of your skills, or provide some sense of value could be considered a substantial waste of time.
Most of it is perception.
The best way to evaluate this is to imagine yourself five or 10 years from now, looking back to where you are now, this could help you see what aspects in your life may be a waste of your time.
Am I taking anything for granted?
“Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your last misfortunes, of which all men have some.” – Charles Dicken
There are countless aspects of our lives that are good and special around each of us. Even at our lowest lows we may have the support of family or friends, a roof over our head or skills that we ought to take pride in.
We’re naturally forward-looking, which may blind us to our present circumstances.
We ought to take a moment every now and again to look at what we have around us and be grateful.
Do you sustain a healthy perspective?
“Perspective is as simple as answering this question: If I had five months to live would I experience this problem differently?” – Shannon Alder
Whether or not we’re happy, doing what’s right, or if we are successful is all about perspective.
We may have the world at our fingertips yet find ourselves utterly empty. We can grow to hate our jobs simply because of one co-worker whom we cannot agree with, or be devastated over a dissolving relationship that had been detrimental to our well-being in the first place.
Sometimes we’re so zoomed in on various issues that, when we step back or hear an outside perspective, we can view the issue in a completely different light.
Try to adopt new perspectives when possible; a glass-half-full approach can mean a world of difference in regards to certain matters.
Am I living true to myself?
“A lot of the conflict you have in your life exists simply because you’re not living in alignment; you’re not be being true to yourself.” – Steve Maraboli
This may take years to fully discover, with many mistakes along the way, and this is simply the human experience, unless we give up and settle for mediocrity.
It’s vital to figure out whether or not we’re deceiving ourselves, leading a life that is far from what we want it to be.
We have complete control over what we do, but without consciously evaluating our actions and circumstances every now and again, we can let things spiral away.
Figure out what you’re doing and why you’re doing it. If you’re doing something that will cause you regret down the road, work yourself away from it.
Am I waking up in the morning ready to take on the day?
“Know that dreaming is a waste of sleeping time and energy if you don’t wake up to achieve them.” – Israelmore Ayivor
Or are you waking up with a sense of hopelessness or dread?
The first thought of the day is a massive indicator of your general level of happiness. We all have days that we don’t look forward to, but if you find yourself not wanting to get out of bed day after day, and if you know why that is, it’s time to take action.
