Cultivating Confidence: Harnessing Self-Awareness and Temperament for Effective Communication
The article focuses on temperament and how to manage it effectively to establish a value foundation and embody a temperament that aligns with one’s life purpose.
This topic is based on a series of questions received during coaching sessions and also related psychological counseling on the development of confidence in communication.
In terms of skills, it is not difficult to locate a class that focuses on practicing and enhancing communication abilities. However, the primary challenge lies in self-awareness, enabling individuals to identify their temperament and accept it.
The primary objective of this discussion is to elucidate the concept of temperament and provide practical strategies for managing it effectively. Within the confines of this topic, I will draw upon the principles of positive psychology to illuminate the fundamental elements that constitute each individual’s temperament.
Initially, it is crucial to introspect and assess your self-perception. Positive psychology emphasizes the importance of identifying and developing one’s strengths. However, it is important to recognize that expending excessive energy on endeavors that are not aligned with one’s true nature can be counterproductive, even if success is achieved. Such endeavors often become burdensome and detrimental to one’s well-being.
Subsequently, it is imperative to identify your strengths. There are numerous methods to accomplish this, including:
* Taking multiple-choice tests on personal personality, personal strengths, such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), DISC assessment, StrengthsFinder, and VIA Character Strengths. After having the results of the quiz, it is important to be honest with each of your answers so that the results can accurately reflect your true self.
* Reading books about personal strengths and positive qualities. This method can provide suggestions as you read through each page of the book. This method is more suitable for introverts, and one book recommendation is “Quiet Impact: How to Be a Successful Introvert” by Sylvia Loehken.
* Seeking help from coaches. With their professional skills and experience, coaches can assist you in identifying and developing your strengths. This third method requires determination, investment of time, consistency, and faith, as miracles do not occur overnight.
In essence, after introspection and self-discovery, you have identified your strengths and, consequently, touched upon your identity. Ultimately, the significance lies in your personal aspirations and the manner in which you wish to live your life. Once you have clarified your desired lifestyle, you embark on the journey of establishing your own value foundation, thereby shaping your essence, demeanor, and ultimately embodying the temperament that aligns with your life’s purpose.
Let’s call it the topic and wish you will always shine with good personal values, like flowers and trees in the garden, each person has a look to make that garden more colorful.
If you’re struggling in the middle of nowhere, why not tell me? Please book here - https://forms.gle/WhZ68XhR3oQJcSxDA
Thư Lê (Ivy)
Positive Psychology Coach - Positive Psychology, APA Certified | ICF Certified Coach | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | ivythule.substack.com/about - linkedin.com/in/ivythule