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Hi there!

Welcome to the weekly Become Your Ideal Self Newsletter!

Today's Highlights:

• One Journaling question that will help you become more self-aware.

• One Concept/framework to help you step into your ideal self.

• One Book that will immensely impact you (might even change your life).

But before we hop in…

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#1 Journal Prompt to make you more Self-Aware

Are you feeling as and being your most authentic self in all areas of your life?

Authenticity is strongly linked to happiness and fulfillment.

Research shows that one key pattern among the people who embrace their true selves is that they tend to lead more satisfying lives.

For just a minute, imagine a scenario where you fully express your authentic self in every aspect of your life.

→ Envision the work, relationships, opportunities, and experiences that could arise when you live in alignment with your true values and beliefs.

To address this:

• Commit to deep self-reflection and authenticity.

• Take time to explore more so you can figure out your values, passions, and aspirations.

• Identify areas where you may be suppressing your true self, and make conscious choices to align with your authentic identity.

When we align with our authentic selves, we attract work, experiences, opportunities, relationships, and people that resonate with our true identity.

Now, ask yourself again: Are you feeling like and being your most authentic self in all areas of your life?

The key is to keep asking yourself that question and exploring yourself until you find a definite ‘yes’ as the answer.

#1 Concept/framework to become the highest version of yourself

The Mirror Principle of Reality

Your inner state dictates your external reality.

Imagine you have a big, shiny mirror in front of you. When you stand in front of it and wave your hand, you can see another "you" in the mirror waving back, right?

That's because the mirror shows a reflection of whatever is in front of it, like it's copying everything it sees.

Reality is just like that.

It’s a giant mirror that’s only reflecting whatever is going on within you.

Your inner state = Image

Your external reality = Mirror image being reflected

When you understand this simple concept, it’s guaranteed to change your whole perspective on your life and your reality.

The world around you serves as a mirror, reflecting back the energy, attitudes, and beliefs you hold within yourself.

So, when you're happy and smiling, it's like the mirror world is happy and smiling back at you.

If you're kind and helpful to others, the mirror reflects kindness and help back into your life.

Never will it happen that the reality you are experiencing is different from your inner state.

No matter what, because that’s not how a mirror works. And life is nothing but a mirror.

Now, think about how you can apply this principle in your own life.

Are you truly experiencing the reality that you want to experience?

More importantly, are you holding the correct image within to be reflected in your reality?

If not, here’s what you need to do:

• Shift Your Attitude: The reflection you receive from the mirror of reality is directly influenced by the attitude you present. If you consistently focus on negativity, the mirror will reflect more reasons to feel pessimistic. Conversely, adopting a positive outlook can lead to more favorable reflections, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of positivity.

• Neutralize Everything: Everything in your life is neutral; it's the meaning you attach to them that shapes your experience as negative or positive. A setback can be seen as a disaster or an opportunity for growth, all depending on your perspective.

• Positive Reinterpretation: When faced with challenges, consciously choose to interpret them positively. This doesn't mean ignoring reality but rather finding the silver lining or the lesson in each situation.

With that in mind, become conscious of your inner state and work on aligning it with the reality that you want to experience.

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#1 Book of the Week

"The Alchemist" is a novel by author Paulo Coelho. Probably one of the most popular books of our time. It is also my most favorite book ever, and I re-read it at least once every single year.

The story revolves around Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd who dreams of a treasure hidden near the pyramids in Egypt. He embarks on a journey in search of this treasure, meeting a series of characters who guide him along the way, including an old king, an Englishman studying alchemy, and an ageless alchemist who resides in the desert.

The novel is a symbolic story about finding one's destiny and following one's dreams.

By recognizing our potential and acting on it, we can transform our lives.

My Key Learning and Insights:

1. Pursuit of Your "Personal Legend": Coelho introduces the concept of a "Personal Legend," which is essentially your life's purpose or the goal that you were meant to accomplish. Santiago’s journey stresses the importance of pursuing your Personal Legend and listening to your heart to achieve fulfillment.

2. The Journey is more important than the Destination: It's not just the end goal, but how you get there that's more valuable. The lessons learnt during the journey will ultimately prove to be more significant than the physical treasure you initially seek.

3. Understanding and Interacting with the World: One fascinating concept in the book is the "Language of the World" to signify an understanding that is deeper than words, a connection with the energy and flow of the world. It is a brilliant reminder to pay attention to the world around us, recognize patterns and signs, and use that understanding to our benefit because everything is truly connected.

4. Fear of Failure: One of the significant barriers Santiago faces is his own fear of failure. The fear of failing at something is itself a bigger obstacle than the actual obstacles that you might face in your journey and hence overcoming this fundamental fear is one of the biggest and most crucial milestone you can take toward achieving your dreams.

5. Importance of Resilience: It’s obvious that no hero’s journey is ever complete without facing multitudes of challenges. The more you can build up the strength in your ability to persevere and practice resilience in the face of adversity, the more you turn the odds of success in your favour.

6. The Alchemy of Life: Alchemy is used as a metaphor in the book to symbolize personal transformation, growth, and self-realization. Just as an alchemist transforms lead into gold, each individual is equipped with the power that can transform their lives by realizing their true potential and truly following their heart. If you just embark on this journey, it will take you to the places you are meant to be at.

Recommendation Score: 5/5

Feel free to check it out: The Alchemist

And that’s all for this week!

Hit me up if you have any questions.

Talk soon,

DV