A "self-discovery journey" is described by Wikipedia as a "process of gradual exploration and self-discovery." A "journey of self-discovery," therefore, refers to an experience, voyage, or series of introspective events in which an individual seeks to understand themselves, not following the advice of friends, family, community or peer pressure. This concept is extremely useful to the individual who suffers from social anxiety disorder.
Most individuals would describe the concept of self-discovery as an ideal way to spend time doing something they love. Unfortunately, when dealing with social anxiety and avoiding the situations that trigger the onset of these symptoms, it is easy to procrastinate. The thought of having to travel across the country, spend time away from loved ones, and speak to many different people can easily get on an individual's nerves. In addition, when the process of self-discovery comes to an end, the individual feels as though they have failed. The fear of being rejected, and the paralyzing fear of public speech rejection can lead an individual to procrastinate even more. One of the most beneficial aspects of having a daily practice of personal development is the ability to discover one's own passions, or to pursue one's passions.
When an individual begins the process of self-discovery, he/she must have a clear idea or vision of what they hope to accomplish. This can be accomplished by writing a personal statement detailing your goals, beliefs, and passions. When writing this statement, keep in mind that the statement should be simple, concise, and relevant. When writing, be sure to include all of your interests, and identify any core values you hold.
A clear idea of what you hope to accomplish during your daily self-discovery process is important for a variety of reasons. By having a clearly defined goal or objective, you will be able to plan your activities. Having a goal in place before you begin your journey will help you develop and pursue the activities that are meaningful to you. Another reason why having a goal or purpose in mind is so critical to self-discovery is because it will help you better understand who you are and what you want out life. Having a clear idea of your personal values, interests, and your plan of action related to these areas will help you achieve your personal goals and aspirations.
In order for your journey through self-discovery to be a success, it is important that you remain open-minded and willing to try new things. This is the nature of self-exploration. You cannot remain in one frame of mind, if you expect things to change radically overnight. Being open-minded and willing to try new things will lay the foundation for a fulfilling life purpose.
As you progress through the self-discovery process, you will encounter many obstacles. Sometimes these obstacles will serve as helpful learning experiences. When obstacles occur, try to look at them objectively and from a logical perspective. You may find that a certain type of activity was wrong for you were unable to overcome the challenge. In this situation, you should not be discouraged; instead, use the obstacle as a teaching opportunity.
If obstacles do present themselves, take them in stride and use them as stepping stones toward your ultimate destination. Maybe the obstacle was not related to the things like your core values, interests, and plan of action. Maybe you were too focused on the task at hand and not paying attention to the things that matter most to you. If this is the case, you may need to adjust your strategy. Whatever the situation is, it is critical that you do not allow it to slow you down or prevent you from moving forward with your self-discovery.
Self-Discovery does not have to be painful. Regardless of the obstacles that you may face along the way, you will learn valuable lessons that will guide you in the direction of your future passions. As you journey forth, you will find that each obstacle is only a springboard to get you to where you really want to go.