Understand likes/dislikes from "summary" of Understanding Myself by Mary C. Lamia
Having an understanding of our likes and dislikes can be an important part of recognizing and accepting who we are. Being aware of our preferences can help us in different situations, from making decisions to communicating with others.- Getting to know what you like and dislike is an important part of learning more about yourself. Different activities, people, ideas can help shape the person you're developing into.
- Everyone's individual preferences are unique. It takes time to figure out what we truly enjoy or don't enjoy. We should be open-minded and give different things a fair chance before discarding them.
- Your likes and dislikes often change with age and experience. Give yourself the freedom to explore and discover new passions as your journey through life continues.
- Developing a strong sense of self-awareness allows us to make decisions from confidence rather than fear. Knowing what we like and don't like makes it easier for us to choose what works best for us.
- Learning about our likes and dislikes also includes learning about our limits. Some activities we may enjoy in moderation will become less enjoyable if we overindulge. Being able to recognize personal boundaries without guilt or shame is an essential skill.
- Acknowledging and accepting our tendencies goes hand-in-hand with understanding ourselves. Respect yourself enough to trust your judgement and honor your feelings.
- Taking the time to uncover what makes you unique is worth the effort and energy. Understanding our most cherished and least tolerated concepts creates space for growth and renewed purpose.
