How To Become Who You Want To Be Immediately
Self-actualization lies in the present, not the future
You probably spend a lot of time thinking about a beautiful future that does not yet exist. Don’t worry, I do too. I can’t wait until I become a writer. I can’t wait until I become wealthy. I can’t wait until I get X so that I can get Y.
I try to do that less, though. Not long ago, I realized, that sort of thinking leads to a whole lot of pain and suffering. It ultimately leads to dissatisfaction with what I have, because I am not thinking about the good things that surround me.
Do you catch yourself doing the same? Do you relish the mere thought of self-actualization? Do you find yourself saying, “I can’t wait until I become X”? There is a far better and more fulfilling approach to becoming who you want to be. You have to understand this:
Whatever action you take now will be the same action you take later
Let’s take writing or becoming a writer as an example. This can apply to any profession of choice. As a writer, what do you imagine you’ll be doing if you become a published, successful writer?
Writing. Lots and lots of writing.
