Read in itself only provides material for knowledge,
but it is the process of reflection gives us the opportunity
to assimilate this knowledge.
John Locke
Analysis of an individual's own judgments, feelings, needs and actions is called introspection. What it is? Focus on manifestations of your own psyche, you'll be focused and arbitrariness of the process of this analysis. br>
Someone call the process of introspection "home psychology", someone "attempt to be clever," someone "a waste of time." In my experience, the process of introspection is an important decision of the individual and the first step on the path of profound internal changes. And an important part of self support. Even if you don't know where to start, even if the information is chaotic in this sense.
first, so you can calm your neurotic (anxiety without conscious reason). You occupy your mind, enriched by knowledge, find answers to questions. Enriched by knowledge, you become wiser, better learn to understand your reactions, of others. Second, the new knowledge about yourself, about what is happening emotional processes, on the mechanisms of the mind lead to new questions and new information, and this process captures.
One little lifehack. Try to find articles that there are indications in the literature used. Interesting to know someone else's opinion, but better still to make up their own, in my opinion. Agree? Primary sources quite often you can find free and written "human" language.
have you ever Thought of the meanings of the words "simple" and "easy"?
Move the I-beam weighing 5 tonnes to a height of 10 meters or just easy? Just. Only necessary a special mechanism of the crane and then the object moves in the desired direction.
to Buy a new car just? Just. Enough to have the necessary amount of money. Easy? Definitely not, even if you purchase a product from a reliable supplier. Color, equipment, reviews, comfort, prestige, reliability and more. Well, you understand, there is no limit to perfection.
to Lose 10 pounds in a month just? Just. Keep your diet, eliminate certain foods, observe mode. Easy? Wow.
overall, the relationship is clear – the less required actions to obtain the final result, the matter is simpler. The less actions required to achieve the result, so it is easier.
Undertake inner work on yourself or just easy? Not simple and not easy. As a rule, to understand the necessity of the inner changes of man comes in quite conscious age, and after receiving the answer to the sacramental question "who is guilty". A list that's just too long: ex/ex, bad boss, the stupid neighbor, not a real friend, not the clerk, etc. No, not think, they do actually exist and it is in the form in which to think about them. But you about the "ex" to see and its certainly not a secondary role. Understand that unbalanced head just approved at your expense, but something inside you prevents to resist. Not a real friend and not a friend was just a friend-friend, and I was lonely and you came closer and trust him more than I should, and he used it. And not to beat yourself up for what you answer "smashed" a saleswoman in tatters, just because you are not silent inside voice "not good, not well, roughly I did!". This voice is not yours, and significant adults who have built your head install on "bad and good". And you have long grown up and entitled to make their own decisions.
In psychological practice, it is wise to formulate the "whose responsibility". Your. For what to feel, who to let into your life, what to choose.
So, when it comes to the understanding that the responsibility for any of what is happening in their lives squarely on oneself, when unwanted situation happen again and again, there is a timid guess, "perhaps I'm doing something wrong." What and how "wrong" and helps to understand the process of introspection.
the Process of learning itself can be thought of as "wandering in a dark room". You have territory, you are the host, you can control everything, but you are blind and you have no cards. However, this way to yourself, the action and the result will not keep itself waiting.
mapping, choose the way to know what is in their consciousness and subconsciousness – that is the task that helps you understand yourself.
While we perceive the boundaries of their psychological space as something that limits us, which we obey, we walk in a circle. Awareness gives us the understanding that what filled our minds – not something we are born with. It is not "I am", and habits, consciousness and the environment has shaped me in a certain way. So, knowing that, I can be to others!
a Significant part of the consciousness is full of things that have brought parents and close associates formed a huge part of us, chosen unconsciously, in order to survive and to adapt in certain conditions. Once this understanding comes, darkness is dispelled and the possibility of choice.
the Process of learning in life should be an iron principle: You learn to do something well, only when you do it's bad.
There is scientific proof that people who are self-aware, more successful solve problems and cope with difficulties. They find more reasons for joy, to see and appreciate the good. They take more intelligent decisions, actively demonstrate creativity, build better relationships with others.
don't be afraid if you don't know where to start.
To get started, try to answer the following questions:
1. What are my values? (in the end of the article an exhaustive list of values from which you can choose the most important for you personally) Remember: the process is much more important than the result.
2. What excites me? (this could be an existing hobby or a long-forgotten pleasant experience) or That I'm passionate about? (what grabs me so that I am ready to devote all the time)
3. What I really want? (it is important to understand and define the goals)
4. What is my ideal environment? (I rest comfortably what I wanted to do, what I see of your family, what relations I would like to have. Remember that all situations are dynamic and reciprocal processes, i.e. think not only about what you would like to obtain, but are willing to share) If you understand what your ideal environment, it will be easier to make important decisions: what city to live, where to look for employment any suggestions just give up, what kind of people to surround ourselves with. br>
5. What are my reactions? (as I manifest myself as happy as I am angry, what I am in conflict which I am one, which I love) Here it is necessary not only to reflect, but simply observe yourself. You will see how used to react to the world, but more importantly, you will be able to catch yourself from negative patterns of behaviour and understand their cause.
Analyze, I certainly have an acute situation that concerns more than others.
1. So ask yourself "why" you need to understand what the unwanted truth about yourself you hide.
2. Try the technique of "why me" to find out what the true latent demand your actions.
Enough introspection to understand yourself? No.
if it Helps the process of introspection to better understand yourself? Yes.
Introspection is a process and like any process, can be stopped at any time. What – define themselves. It is important to remember that this is not simply and not easily. Introspection is a dive into the depths of the psyche and is often associated with its hidden processes. This path can be overcome independently up to a point. When that moment comes? You will feel this yourself if you're sensitive and caring attitude to yourself. When you notice that a further understanding of the process difficult, you seem to be "treading water". There is knowledge, there is understanding, but no result. Your life is not changing, it is difficult to change your reactions.
Then you need to see a specialist – a psychologist, counselor, as a friend, as a coach, as an assistant, which usually went your way and acquired professional knowledge, which are intended to help you understand yourself.
And remember: True knowledge we receive when we seek the answer to the question, not when we know the answer
Value is a huge driving force that can be considered as a guide by which we create our essence. Defining your values will help you figure out what to seek and what to avoid.
PS the List of values from which you can choose the most important to you personally.
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