We find ourselves wondering, “Who am I really?”
or “What am I doing with my life?”
Moments when we just feel…lost.
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Feeling lost is a common human experience that often promotes growth and self-discovery, says Wilson.
Heres how to get started.
At a Glance
Feeling lost can be a miserable place to be.
Fortunately, there are steps we can take to find our way back to ourselves.
The Importance of Understanding Yourself
Being lostis an uncomfortable and unhappy place to be.
In fact, research shows us that having a strong sense of positiveidentityis linked to better well-being.
Having a sense of purpose is crucial for overall well-being and mental health.
It gives us direction, motivation, and meaning in life.
These are some strategies that can help you understand yourself better and find your purpose in life.
If you like, you’re able to write your thoughts down in a journal.
Explore Your Interests
Exploring your interests can help you figure out what genuinely excites and motivates you.
This may help us learn something new about ourselves or embrace aspects of ourselves we may have otherwise ignored.
Embrace Solitude
Sometimes, we find ourselves feeling lost among the chaos.
Our inner voice gets drowned out by the cacophony of others needs and opinions.
Embracing solitudeis important for personal reflection and self-discovery, says Wilson.
Spending some timealonecan help us reconnect with ourselves, helping us reclaim our sense of purpose and direction.
This is your life, not your familys or your bosss.
you gotta figure out who you are.
Takeaways
It’s okay to feel lost sometimesthese moments can be catalysts for deeper self-discovery and growth.
Finding ourselves is a journey, not a destination.
2015 Oct 7;11(6):466-475. doi:10.1177/1559827615608788
