Seeking vs Improving
- Avra Poelmann
- May 26
- 2 min read
Hello beautiful Souls. My message today is about Improvement vs. Seeking:
*Finding the Right Balance*
Ultimately, both improvement and seeking are essential for personal and professional growth. The key is to find the right balance between the two.
There are times when focusing on improvement is the most effective approach. When we have a clear goal and a well-defined framework, focusing on refining our skills and optimizing our processes can lead to significant gains.
However, there are also times when seeking is the more appropriate strategy. When we feel stuck or unfulfilled, when we sense that something is missing, it's time to step back, question our assumptions, and explore new possibilities.
The most effective approach is often to alternate between periods of improvement and seeking. We can use periods of improvement to consolidate our gains and build a strong foundation. Then, we can use periods of seeking to explore new horizons and discover new opportunities.
Let’s just say that improvement is about maximizing the potential of what we already have, while seeking is about discovering what new potential lies beyond our current horizon. I think there is a difference in improving and seeking. Growth/improvement is about knowledge being put into good practice.
Seeking is about the search for what could be serving us better.
Recognizing the distinction between these two approaches allows us to strategically direct our efforts and embark on a more meaningful and fulfilling journey of growth. Choose wisely, and you'll find yourself not only becoming better but also discovering a better *you*. Be particularly patient with your self growth and remember to listen to the lessons. Sometimes we need to hear them more than once to finally understand them!
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