In order to see the potential in others, we have to delve into our own potential. What major talent do you have? What are you good at? It may seem like everyone is good at something, but you're not. Think about it, you're good at a lot of things, but you have to recognize them and take the kudos for being good at them. Maybe there's something that you haven't tried yet, and you are really good at it?
We need to encourage and believe in ourselves. We have to look at what we could do, if we tried. We need to develop the ability to see the good in ourselves and others - even if it's not actualized yet.
1. If you know someone who is struggling with life - call him/her up and tell them you believe in them. Point out some things they are good at - offer them words of encouragement.
2. Sit down and ask yourself "What is good about me that I've never brought out and expressed properly?" (Don't listen to that loud voice that says 'nothing') Wait for an answer, a quiet answer. I make take a day or two to hear it, maybe even a week, but listen for it.
We are given a tool box in life. It may not be visible but it consists of our temperament, talents, abilities and life circumstances. We need to look at our tools and figure out what to do with them. Growing and maximizing our potential is the beginning of self-fulfillment. Open up your toolbox and see what great things you've been blessed with.
This exercise will help give expression to some of your hidden talents. It is also to help develop your ability to see talents in others and encourage those talents in them. Focusing on the potential good in ourselves and others makes us into positive and happy people. We will become like a miner, digging deeper and deeper into the ground uncovering priceless jewels. As we dig deeper into our toolbox and help others dig we will uncover many priceless jewels. These jewels will make us rich with happiness!
Warren, S. 2010, 7 Ancient Keys To Happiness, CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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