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Personal growth and development means carving out for yourself a life that is nurturing, fulfilling and whole, allowing your self-expression. Indeed, all these things are related to personal freedom, which I consider to be the only thing worth living for. No matter what practices you undertake to achieve this; whether it's through finding yourself a mentor, life-coach, guru, therapist or some course related... the outcome, the desired effects are basically the same. That is, there are a number of 'common denominators' or signs indicating you are in that ongoing state of personal growth and development. Not an exhaustive list but here are 8 signs indicating you are achieving personal growth and development. Do you see yourself in any of these signs? 1. You're in the world but not part of it You find yourself more aware and have a greater panoramic view of the world than before. However, you get the idea that you're in the world but not part of it. In short, you feel like you're more in a detached 'observer mode' with regards to the circumstances surrounding. 2. You have a greater sense of purpose Having a greater sense of purpose in life means that you are clearer than before about what goals to achieve and spend less time related to things that are the opposite, considered to be time wasting. You want to spend more time on developing skills, getting healthier... etc. 3. Splitting from old relationships and finding new ones The 'new you' no longer wants to be with people consistent with the 'old you.' You want to find relationships supportive of your personal growth and development. 4. Greater feeling of responsibility From having a greater understanding of how you can be 'at cause' in your life there comes a greater feeling of responsibility. For personal effectiveness, one of life's golden statements is the saying 'I am responsible.' 5. Always questioning You find yourself questioning things more, not easily accepting the consensus of the masses or authority figures. If something comes up contrary to your gut feeling, findings or opinion you have to enquire... and don't fall shy of expressing your views. You find that life is something to be lived as an enquiry, allowing you to gain more insight. 6. Have a stronger sense of identity You realise that your individuality is your biggest strength and will speak up for yourself and act accordingly. However, appropriateness comes into play and your increased communication skills allow you to deal more effectively with situations than before, having a greater sense of acceptance for others at the same time. 7. Get more from the simpler or finer things in life You have a greater realisation that having a good time doesn't necessarily mean spending a lot of money. Your increased awareness allows you to appreciate the finer or simpler things in life. You see beauty in so many things surrounding such as that in nature or people... 8. Closer to God People I've spoken to who have taught personal growth and development say that the enlightenment attained gets reported by many participants saying they find themselves closer to God. Indeed the report that they are closer to God is subject to much interpretation but there are common denominators: Some say that they have a stronger sense of what is love, whether it's in relationships or unconditional. From this it is reported that enlightened individuals find themselves more caring. -So that concludes my 8 signs indicating achievement of personal growth and development. Like I said this is not an exhaustive account and you may have different ideas or perhaps thought of other signs. How did you do? Did you see yourself in any of these signs? After reading this perhaps you might want to start your own life-changing personal growth and development plan? If you liked reading this article then go to www.NewParadigm.ws for more related articles including a free download PDF. NewParadigm is a portal to transformation, consciousness, spirituality, mind, body, health, alternative media and much more... Hosted by Paul A Philips. Once again the link is: http://www.newparadigm.ws/
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