Self-reflection is the school of wisdom.
– Baltasar Gracian
We all have moments in our lives when we question our thoughts and actions. Sometimes, it’s a little ray of thought that disappears quickly, and at other times the question lingers on and on. I believe we don’t question ourselves just to have a precise solution to our concern, but rather to develop an understanding of life. Life is never just black and white, rather the gray area tends to dominate more. At such times, I believe self-reflection is necessary to dig beneath our own layers, and visit the inner crevices of our heart and mind, where we don’t dredge much.
In order to understand ourselves better, I have compiled a list of questions for self-reflection. Just remember there are no right or wrong answers to these questions. The aim of the list is just to help you understand and navigate life better and live to your fullest.
Questions for Self-Reflection:
Values & Goals
1. Do I live true to my values?
2. Do I compromise on my goals?
3. What does failure mean to me?
4. What are my values that I can never compromise on?
5. What do I want from life?
Spirituality & Happiness
6. Am I thankful for what I have in life?
7. What does God mean to me?
8. What makes me truly happy?
9. Do I want more memories and experience versus material gain in life?
10. What makes me smile often?
11. Can l compromise on material comfort?
12. What act of kindness done by others, left an impact on me and why?
13. Do I take things for granted?
Contribution
14. What’s the one thing that I can leave as my contribution to this world?
15. If I can give just one advice to others, what would that be?
Growth
16. Am I holding onto something that I should let go of?
17. How often do I push myself out of my comfort zone?
18. Do I give up when things get hard?
19. Do I hold grudges?
20. What matters the most in my life?
21. Do I use my time wisely and productively?
22. Am I truly living my life?
23. What am I most scared of?
Developing Habits
24. What bad habits am I currently struggling to break away from?
25. Do I incorporate reading in my life as often as I should?
26. What is that one thing I can do better from today?
Health
27. Do I give my body the attention and care it deserves?
28. Do I care about my mental health?
Relationships
29. Do I put enough effort into my relationships?
30. Am I grateful to my parents for whatever they have done for me?
Do let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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This article was originally published on February 17, 2018 and has been updated on May 1, 2020.
