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We All Want To Be The Best Version of Ourselves

Finding Best Version of Ourselves

In a world dominated by the bustling industry of self-help literature, where promises of happiness and fulfillment are packaged in countless books and seminars, it's easy to overlook the profound insights that have existed for centuries.

For example, Alexander Pope was an 18th-century English poet and satirist of the Enlightenment era. Pope is remembered for various quotes that claim insight into the world. His comment about human day-to-day life included this counsel or perhaps satire: “Act well your part: there all the honor lies.”

Perhaps this counsel is intended for all of us because, despite our many differences, all humans share at least one thing in common. We all want to be the best version of ourselves. The advice is obvious because we are who we are, and it is suggested that just doing the best with what we have is all we can do. On the other hand it is somewhat satirical to suggest that all the honor possible for us has to be found within the boundary of our “part”, our assigned role.

For each of us, change is inevitable. Whether You’re feeling lost, facing obstacles, or seeking to evolve into a better version of yourself, It’s essential to recognize that change is the catalyst for personal growth.