By: Anthony Mwaule
Since each individual is different with divergent life goals coming from different cultural background, the concept of self-growth can be liberating yet challenging and that forms the basic foundation of one’s way of being whether achieved as formal or informal processes at an individual level.
It requires an awareness of one’s own values and goals, direction and knowing how to achieve the desired goals and visions according to one’s personal definition of success in all aspects of life. In a relationship, self-growth is a merging part of its success which should be two way traffic as you encourage your partner to do the same. Without it, it would be very hard for the relationship to survive.
Setting and reviewing goals on a frequent basis as you set aside time each day to talk about your goals together is ideally a great way to make sure you are always working toward your long-term vision for your life, and it can be a great way to own your present and future. This habit once practiced, can make you hold each other more accountable and dedicated to those goals being set. Practicing self-growth routines with your partner is of and added advantage; since also you will be deepening your relationship bond as a couple.
Reading is a great way to reduce stress and build as you learn new skills, and sharing that experience or new skill together allows couples to bond over new material at the same time that can be of benefit in their relationship since fresh perspective from another person can help overcome an obstacle or work together towards a desired goal. This generation does not do much reading anymore. I would suggest that you find a platform that suits you both.
Practicing self-improvement and holding each other accountable does not mean that they are not competent. However, for every human being, to learn,grow and progress, it requires change.
