We Can Continue to Self Actualise ...

Take a moment now and then to contemplate, this picture is of me On the Camino de Camplostela ,resting and contemplating some,

deep and meaningful questions.

 Self-Discovery: A Journey Inward

We often move through life responding to the expectations of others—partners, family, society, our roles, responsibilities. But in the quiet spaces, when we are alone, a deeper question can arise:

Who am I when no one is around?

This is where the path of self-discovery begins. Not with a grand revelation, but with small, honest moments of reflection. Take a breath. Give yourself permission to slow down, tune in, and gently begin the inward journey.

Ask Yourself:

Who am I when no one is around? 

When I’m not performing, pleasing, or proving—what parts of me come forward?

What do I do, think, or feel when I’m completely free to be myself?

• What qualities do I genuinely admire about myself?

Think of a time you were proud of how you acted—not what you achieved, but how you showed up.

What do those moments reveal about your values or character?

• When do I feel most like myself?

Is it when you're creating? Helping others? Alone in nature? Laughing with someone you love?

What patterns do you notice in those moments?

• What dreams did I have as a child—and do any of them still live in me now?

Did you want to be an explorer, an artist, a teacher, a magician?

In what ways have those early dreams evolved or shown up in your adult life?

• What parts of myself have I silenced in order to fit in?

Were there aspects of your personality, your joy, your curiosity, or creativity that you felt were “too much” or “not enough”? Did someone imply this?

                           What would it be like to welcome those parts back?

• What do I deeply long for—not just on the surface, but in my core?

Is it peace? Purpose? Belonging? Freedom? Connection?

What small step could I take toward nurturing that longing?

• What makes me come alive?

Pay attention to what energizes you, what brings you into a state of flow, or what lights up your eyes.

 Ways to Reflect:

•  Mindful Journaling: Let the questions above become journaling prompts. Don’t worry about writing the “right” answer—just write whatever comes up.

• Voice Notes or Art: Some people find it easier to talk things through out loud, or to explore their inner world through drawing, painting, or movement.

• Walk in Mindfulness and compassionate  Curiosity : Take a walk with one question in mind. Let your thoughts roam. Notice what ideas or memories surface.

• Return Often: Self-discovery isn’t a one-time event. You’ll likely return to these questions many times throughout your life—and the answers may shift as you grow.

A Gentle Reminder

You are not a problem to be solved—you are a mystery to be explored. Self-discovery isn’t about fixing yourself; it’s about remembering who you are beneath the layers you’ve outgrown.

Let this be a kind mindfully curious exploration. Let it be playful. Let it be tender.

And above all, let it be yours.