The possibility and aspiration of a person for self-realization are laid in him from the very birth. How the inner potential will be revealed depends on the people taking an active part in raising the child. They have been forming his attitude towards life since childhood. In the future, thanks to education, each of us chooses the method of self-realization that suits him best. There are various types of it, levels and characteristics that will be discussed in this article.
What is self-realization?
Self-realization is the embodiment of the makings of a person, his potential and talents through a certain activity. This term can be viewed in two planes. On the one hand - the action, and on the other - the goal of the action itself. There is always room for a person to move on.. That is, self-realization of a person does not have a clear framework or restrictions, and accordingly even the most realized people always have the opportunity to develop further.
According to the “pyramid of needs” by the famous American psychologist Abraham Maslow, the desire for self-actualization is at the very top of human desires, being the highest degree of personal development. personalities:
- They know better than others to separate reality from fantasy;
- Perceive themselves as they are;
- They love simplicity, naturalness, they have no reason to play in public;
- Very responsible people who can make the necessary decisions;
- Have a high degree of self-sufficiency;
- It is easier than others to endure trials, "blows" of fate;
- They regularly reassess their life orientations;
- Do not cease to be surprised the world around;
- Feel their usefulness, inner harmony;
- Study without problems;
- They have their own views on the world, on the concepts of good and evil;
- They are reserved, friendly, appreciate a sense of humor;
- Regularly generate new ideas, love creativity;
- Tolerant of others, but if necessary, they show courage and determination;
- Committed to their family, friends, ideals, principles.
And how can you achieve such harmony with yourself and the world around us, consider in the next section.
Types of self-realization
Since a person is a biosocial phenomenon, it is not correct to consider the issue of its formation as a person apart from society. There are several types of self-realization:
- Personal;
- Creative;
- Professional;
- Social.
All of them are interrelated with each other and should be in a person’s life. The main catalysts for their development are the upbringing and education of the child, which lay the model of his behavior in the future. Consider them in more detail.
Personal self-realization
Since each of us has positioned himself as an individual, this issue becomes important from early childhood. The child wants respect, understanding, approval of his actions. This trend only intensifies with age, either leading to success, or to depression and complexes. Driven by such a desire, a person chooses several possible strategies of his life path:
- Striving for well-being and material well-being;
- Success in conquering "peaks", career growth;
- The development of their skills, including hobbies.
In any of the listed points in the center, the personality of the individual is put, its self-realization, regardless of the type of activity. The main thing is to get recognition and approval. First of all, from relatives and friends. Therefore, it is so important to harmonize the space around you, starting with your closest environment.
Creative self-realization
The desire to create something new is inextricably linked with the evolution of the human species. All the masterpieces of world culture, the achievements of science and technology are caused precisely by this impulse. Thus, self-realization of personality through creativity is rooted in the deep foundations of human existence. Creative, out-of-the-ordinary-minded people always achieve greater success than those who act templately. This is especially true in the XXI century - the era of rapid development of technologies and information flows. Thanks to creativity, we form our response to the surrounding reality, expand our outlook. The most important thing that can create any of us. Only the forms of expression of the creative act change. Poetry, prose, painting, sculpture, crafts on metal and wood, modeling, embroidery, origami, ikebana, graphic design and many other areas. Everyone can find a suitable occupation. And it is not so important to become the best, the main thing is to get recognition and approval.
Professional self-realization
Success at work is also important to most people. And it's not just about money and promotion. Not. Much more important is the feeling of demand, approval and recognition from colleagues and management. It is important to remember that work is only part of life. It cannot replace other aspects.
This type of self-realization has the following objectives:
- A sense of belonging to a particular community of people;
- The desire to take their place in the official hierarchy;
- The desire to be recognized among colleagues;
- Understanding of their strengths and weaknesses of the professional;
- Planning your future.
Anyone looking at this list can easily determine at what stage he is personally.
Social self-realization
Associated with the acquisition of general social success in the amount that is necessary for a specific individual to feel happy. This type of self-actualization is collective in relation to the previous ones. In essence, social self-realization is precisely that, the highest degree of human needs, which Abraham Maslow talked about. To succeed in society, you can go completely different ways. To become a first-class employee, to be a private entrepreneur, to engage in acting or any other activity.
Society is so multifaceted that there is a place for everyone in it. And correspondingly, in any manifestation of human activity can be recognized and get approval. Well, it is worth a reservation. The really accomplished people do not depend on the opinions of others, they have already proved everything to everyone. Those who have not yet managed to fully realize themselves fully are looking for confirmation of their success in the feedback of others. But this is only one of the stages of the formation of the personality, through which almost everyone goes.
Self-realization is an integral component of a full-fledged human life, without which he cannot be conceived as a biosocial species. This state can be achieved in various ways, including both personal recognition and creative, professional and social realization of a person. The main thing to remember is that these types of self-realization are interrelated parts of one whole. And for the feeling of success it is necessary to improve in each of them.
