I’m a real person, not an AI. — Thanks for visiting my Medium page, where I like to talk about self-awareness and how it links to self-expression and creativity. My name is Rafeeq Warfield, and I’ll be filling your feed with articles that will help you wrap your mind around how to build better relationships, find your creative edge, and evolve, turning into a beam of light. It’s Jedi-level stuff.

Kids are happy because they fall down so much — they’re constantly doing things they’ve never done. — We’ve lost our childlike nature. We’re stuck in a box. Oddly, we don’t know how to have fun. Instead of using creativity, we look for expected answers that are already known. We don’t look for the unexpected, the surprising thing. We don’t ask or answer the questions on our minds…

It starts with discomfort but ends on a path toward self-discovery. — Figuring out who we are is what many grapple with their entire lives. It’s a puzzle to some that’s never solved. But the mystery of who we are is a simple one. I’ve been fortunate to break free from the electric fence of self-pity into the green pastures of self-assurance. …

In life, we need to make progress, or we won’t get a sense of meaning. — Depression creeps in when you refuse to go on your life’s journey. You’re not the only one. Nothing feels right, and it worsens when you do nothing. That’s because, in life, we need to make progress, or we won’t get a sense of meaning. “You might never fail on the…

The mind is a remarkable tool that can either be a catalyst for positive change or a barrier to progress. — In a world filled with constant distractions and influences, it is becoming increasingly important to recognize the power of programming your mind. Your thoughts, beliefs, and actions shape who you are as an individual, and taking control of this programming can have a profound impact on your personal growth and…

At the heart of both self-expression and spirituality lies the concept of authenticity. — Self-expression and spirituality are two powerful aspects of the human experience that have the potential to intertwine and deeply enrich our lives. While self-expression allows us to share our unique perspectives, emotions, and creativity with the world, spirituality provides a framework for understanding the deeper meaning and purpose behind our…

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As I learn to take ownership of my experience, my creativity and confidence grow. — Recently, I had a therapy session that helped me make a realization. In my session, we discussed my challenges around not getting some of my goals off the ground. Procrastination seemed to eat everything I wanted to do, and for the things I started, it never seemed like I was…

Life is a teacher of many faces, places, and situations. — I would like to know exactly when I can have it all. I’m a detail-oriented type of person. I’m going to notice the speck of paint that’s on the handle. My goal in the future is to pay painters not for painting, but for not getting paint where they shouldn’t.