The first step to effective living is self Discovery. Yet, it is one of the most difficult tasks any of us face as we grow up. Self discovery involves knowing yourself, your strengths and weaknesses, your values and priorities; knowing what you want to do with your life and why you want to do it.

No person is born into this world with a complete insight into his soul. And you cannot expect to know yourself simply by Growing up or growing old. It is a deeper and more difficult process that requires conscious effort.

Lack of self-knowledge very often results in your life being bounded by chaos and Crisis. A person bereft of self-knowledge is like a cotton seed that floats aimlessly in air. He goes wherever the wind takes him.

But when you eventually realise what you are capable of and what you want to make of it, you feel yourself brimming with a remarkable sense of confidence. The crisis which existed earlier in your life will be replaced by an indomitable will to enact your dreams and pursue your goals.

Once you find yourself and your life’s theme, have the courage to polish your assets and eliminate your faults. It is said that personal change is the noblest goal you can set for yourself. It enlightens you and those around you. Build on the good, and reduce the bad to let your life rise above the horizon of mediocrity and move on into greater dimensions.

Remember, when you know yourself and have faith in your capabilities, nothing can stop you from being victorious.