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Self-Awareness and Reducing Workplace Conflict - On Developing Self-Awareness and Being Self-Aware

Self-Awareness and Reducing Workplace Conflict

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When you have a high degree of self-awareness you’re able to reduce workplace conflict by being part of the solution rather than instigating or perpetuating it. Here are some characteristics you likely possess if you’re a person who lessens conflict:

  • You view conflict as an opportunity for everyone to get on the same page and win.
  • You understand that conflict is a signal that something needs attention.
  • You know what triggers conflict inside you and are able to manage it.
  • You consciously decide to think, feel and behave positively when conflict arises.
  • You make it easier to find solutions to the conflict.
  • You act in good faith.
  • You don’t perpetuate the conflict by taking sides.
  • You’re not followed by conflict wherever you go.
  • You don’t need to prove anything.
  • You don’t have to be on top of people.

The more you know yourself the less conflict you invite into your life because, when you’re happy with who you are, you tend to do things that help others do the same instead of perpetuating behaviors that cultivate conflict. What will you do to reduce the amount of conflict in your workplace?

Cheers,

Guy

Many People Lack Self-Awareness, Are You One of Them? - On Developing Self-Awareness and Being Self-Aware

Many People Lack Self-Awareness, Are You One of Them?

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I love facilitating self-awareness workshops where I encourage people to take a deeper look at themselves, and that can have a few different outcomes, from individuals being genuinely happy about learning more about themselves, to others feeling genuinely upset about having to examine who they really are. People are used to presenting a carefully fabricated version of what kind of person they are and what they do.

It’s not rare for someone in one of my workshops to claim that she is a kind, fair, inspiring leader and then describe all manner of hideous behaviors that she perpetrates on others. This is a sure sign of a lack of self-awareness, the inability to see how your thoughts, emotions and behaviors affect you and others.

It’s hard to take a candid look at yourself and start the process of building self-awareness. It requires the courage to look at the things in your life that aren’t going so well and doing something to change them. Thankfully, as you get to know who you really are, you’ll develop the ability to heal your hurts and strengthen yourself so that you can live a happier, more fulfilling life.

People don’t really misunderstand self-awareness, they just choose not to look at themselves. If you consciously decide to explore who you are, you’ll learn amazing things about yourself and find that life is much more meaningful when you live it honestly and genuinely. What will you do to increase your self-awareness?

Cheers,

Guy

Superficial People Lack Self-Awareness - On Developing Self-Awareness and Being Self-Aware

Superficial People Lack Self-Awareness

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People who lack self-awareness show the world a superficial face while they boil under the surface. You can tell this is the case by how quickly they react to perceived attacks, withdraw when confronted or get uncomfortable when touchy subjects come up. We’re not accustomed to dealing calmly and candidly with the deeper issues in life, the things that really matter. Here are some examples of the concepts you’ll encounter when you look at yourself in more detail:

  • How you treat yourself.
  • How you treat others.
  • Whether you are living your dreams.
  • What kind of a person you are.
  • Whether you let life happen to you or take control of your destiny.
  • How confident you really are.
  • What kind of relationships you build.
  • Whether you practice self-awareness and take a careful look at how you feel, think and behave.
  • How you deal with the issues that cause you fear or discomfort.
  • Whether you live life authentically or settle for being someone else.

Examining issues like these openly and honestly is a vital part of building self-awareness. Consciously understanding yourself and being willing to work hard on being the most whole person possible will bring you the greatest happiness and success in life.

What will you do to develop self-awareness and look below the surface?

Cheers,

Guy

Self-Awareness Helps You Be Happy - On Developing Self-Awareness and Being Self-Aware

Self-Awareness Helps You Be Happy

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Imagine living a life where you possess self-awareness and think and act in ways that bring you deep joy and fulfillment. When you understand yourself deep inside, you’re more likely to enjoy who you are and experience the world positively. Here are ten things you can do starting right now to be happy:

  1. Forgive yourself and others.
  2. Do meaningful work that reflects your real passions.
  3. Let go of the need for things to turn out a certain way.
  4. Make sure what you say matches what you do.
  5. Treat yourself and others with kindness.
  6. Help others, including people you don’t know.
  7. Praise someone.
  8. Give someone a hug.
  9. Tell someone you love him or her, tell yourself too.
  10. Heal your hurts.

When you do these things you’ll be connecting on a more meaningful level with yourself and others as well as building self-awareness. The trick is to consciously do positive things every day that lead you toward happiness. The more you do it, the better you’ll feel.

What will you do to develop self-awareness and be happy?

Cheers,

Guy

What Does It Mean to Be Self-Aware? - On Developing Self-Awareness and Being Self-Aware

What Does It Mean to Be Self-Aware?

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What does it mean to be self-aware? Here are some of the characteristics of people who possess self-awareness:

  • They have the ability to deal with their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and channel them in positive ways.
  • They know who they are deep inside and work each day to live their dreams.
  • They can deal positively with other people’s emotions, thinking, and behaviors.
  • They are genuinely happy because they are themselves.
  • They are on their true path in life.
  • They are psychologically healthy.
  • They treat themselves and others well.
  • The enjoy positive relationships.
  • They have less conflict and strife in their lives.
  • They live proactively rather than reactively.
  • They feel more at peace inside.

Being self-aware simply means that you’re mindful of who you are, how you treat yourself and others, how you deal with challenges, and how you interact with your environment. Self-aware people live happier, more fulfilling lives because they’ve done the work necessary to arrive at a place of calm. What would you add to this list?

Cheers,

Guy

Self-Awareness and Finding Your Meaning of Life - On Developing Self-Awareness and Being Self-Aware

Self-Awareness and Finding Your Meaning of Life

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When you build your self-awareness, you’re better able to find your meaning of life because you’re more in touch with how to manage your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, and how they affect your life.

People often tell me about their goals and aspirations followed by all the reasons why they can’t do anything about them. Frequently the only thing stopping people from doing what they want to is their self-imposed limitations.

The meaning of life is pretty much whatever you decide it is for you. You have immense power to move your life in any direction you want it to. Try the following today:

1. Think of something you really love doing.
2. Plan a way to fit this thing into your life.
3. Continue doing it.

Make sure you act in ways that get you closer to your dreams. For example: If you love art do everything in your power to pursue the interest. This could mean taking an art class, going to museums, creating your own art or talking to artists. The idea is to always develop your self-awareness and do things you love.

Once you start this movement toward doing things you love you will live life more meaningfully. I always encourage people to do the things that bring them joy. In this way, we live more fulfilling lives. What will you do to increase your self-awareness and find meaning in your life?

Cheers,

Guy

What Does a Self-Awareness Consultant Do? - On Developing Self-Awareness and Being Self-Aware

What Does a Self-Awareness Consultant Do?

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A self-awareness consultant helps you look inside yourself and find the answers that work for you in any given situation. Self-awareness consulting can help you overcome the challenges in your life head on and develop a plan to move forward successfully.

A self-awareness consultant can help you:

1. Figure out what is the issue you are facing.

2. Develop a plan to fix a problem you face.

3. Build on your strengths and abilities.

4. Achieve your goals and dreams.

5. Feel good about yourself.

6. Build your self esteem.

7. Celebrate the great things about you.

8. Live the life you want to live.

9. Share your talents with the world.

10. Find excitement in your life.

11. Build fulfilling relationships.

12. Fix the problems that have been nagging you.

13. Move forward in life.

14. Actually plan your success.

Think of a self-awareness consultant as a person who will listen to you unconditionally and helps you celebrate who you really are. Please feel free to contact me if you are ready to look inside and find the answers you always knew were there. I look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers,

Guy

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