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Welcome back to the Growing Tree of Life, our weekly exploration of personal growth and well-being.
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Issue Number: #098
Date: 10 December 2024
Reading Time: 4 minutes
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Stop Fighting Your Nature.
Start Winning with It.
Ever feel like you're trying to be someone you're not ?
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We all have traits, instincts, and personalities that make us who we are. Often, people see these as limitations. But what if they're actually assets waiting to be used?
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Think about it like this: if you're a sprinter forced to run marathons, you're bound to feel exhausted and out of place. When we try to battle our nature, we're fighting an uphill battle.
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But when we embrace our traits, they can become our greatest strengths.
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Your instincts, personality, and preferences aren't weaknesses—they’re strengths. If something seems to hold you back and you can't change it, look at changing your environment. What's a headwind in one situation can be a tailwind in another.
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Take introverts in sales, for example.
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Instead of trying to mimic extroverts with high-energy performances, as introvert you can focus on engaging deeply with clients. By building lasting relationships and doing solid research, you can achieve more than just quick transactions. Others might be working hard to get noticed, but your deeper approach ensures that you are remembered.
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Or think about those who aren't morning people. If dragging yourself to a 5 AM workout isn't your thing, that’s okay. Work out when your energy peaks. Recognising and accepting when you work best can make a big difference in your productivity and happiness.
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And what about the detail-oriented among us? Paying attention to details isn't a flaw—it's a gift. While others might skim the surface, you can spot opportunities they miss and sidestep mistakes they make because they didn’t see what you saw. Your eye for detail is your secret weapon.
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Successful people don’t battle their nature. They set up their lives to highlight their natural strengths. Instead of asking, "How do I change myself?" start asking, "How do I position myself where my natural traits are assets?"
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Today's Tip:
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Stay unique. Stop struggling to change who you are.
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Set up your surroundings to make the most of your natural strengths and see how your limitations can become advantages. Instead of forcing yourself to fit a mould, find a way to thrive as you are.
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Thank you for reading, and see you next Tuesday.
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