[Life #1] 10 Questions for self-evaluation
to prepare for a new year and a brand new start!
Welcome to the first post under 'Life' series!
KEY TAKEAWAY: Here are ten questions for you to examine how life have treated you so far, and how you could prepare yourself for the new year! Take your time, and the journey starts here...If you had no fear and knew you would not fail, what would you achieve?
Thoughts: You might launch an ambitious project, like opening a boutique coffee shop with a unique concept, or pursue a high-stakes career change, such as moving from finance to creative writing. Another example could be developing a solution for a community issue you’re passionate about, like starting a nonprofit organization to address food insecurity.
What Becomes Clearer with Age?
Thoughts: You may realize the importance of valuing quality over quantity in friendships, or understand that personal growth is more fulfilling than external success.
What do you want to celebrate a year from now?
Thoughts: Perhaps you want to celebrate a promotion, paying off debt, or completing a year-long fitness journey. Maybe you hope to celebrate buying a home, finishing a degree, mastering a language, or creating a stronger work-life balance.
What kind of people give you energy? Where do you find them？
Thoughts: Perhaps you feel most energized around people who are creative, optimistic, and action-oriented—those who inspire you to think big and try new things. You might find them at networking events for entrepreneurs, in community art classes, or in social groups centered around hobbies like hiking or photography.
If tomorrow were your last day, what would you regret not doing?
Thoughts: Spending more time with family, telling someone you care about them, or finally pursuing a creative project you’ve always dreamed of, like writing a book.
What are you confident about?
Thoughts: You feel confident about your presentation skills at work, your ability to connect with others, or your capacity to tackle complex projects independently.
How do you adapt to changes?
Thoughts: Moving to a new city taught you to make friends in different cultural circles, or a job with diverse coworkers helped you adapt and communicate more effectively across backgrounds.
What are you most satisfied with in your life right now?
Thoughts: You might be especially happy with your friendships, proud of your financial independence, or grateful for a healthy lifestyle you’ve developed.
What actions have you taken to solve a long-standing issue?
Thoughts: If you’ve been trying to improve your health, you might have started meal prepping, taken up a new exercise routine, or consulted a nutritionist for advice.
What is play for you that is work for others？
Thoughts: If you’re passionate about organizing, you may love planning events and creating schedules, which others might find tedious. Another example could be coding: while some see it as complex and daunting, you might enjoy it as a fun puzzle-solving activity. For others, tasks like gardening, designing presentations, or even number-crunching can feel like play when it aligns with their natural interests.
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