The below was taken from an article published by Humber River Health and written by: Shelley Aronov-Jacoby, Clinical Social Worker.

Becoming more self-aware is the first step in aspects of personal growth.

Self-awareness is a practice. For many, an overlooked or an uncomfortable practice. You see, it takes humility and strength to allow oneself to open up, to dig deep within, and sit with what you see, feel, and observe. With awareness of self, you can regulate your interior condition, which has a ripple effect through your behaviour and actions. It is a practice that can challenge your thoughts, your behaviour and sense of self. When done consistently, you are better able to regulate your emotions and responses. From there, you are able to recognize where your thoughts and emotions are leading you, and hence, make the necessary changes you need.

Having self-awareness gives us the power to influence outcomes; helps us become better decision-makers and gives us more self-confidence. We can communicate with clarity and intention, which allows us to understand things from multiple perspectives. It frees us from assumptions and biases.

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