Life is more than a series of obligations and achievements. It’s about discovering the kind of joy that fulfills us from within, energizes us, and motivates us to overcome challenges. But how do we find that joy? And how can we turn it into a cornerstone of a successful and meaningful life?
A fulfilling life begins with self-awareness. Even during school years, it’s crucial to help young people discover their strengths and areas for growth. Self-awareness is a key ingredient not only for happiness but also for healthy self-confidence.
Where is the line between healthy self-confidence and „overconfidence“? It’s important to embrace different perspectives, respect others, and be inspired by their experiences. Empathy and respect are essential components of lasting joy—they help us build strong relationships, and from those relationships, confidence grows.
Despite being foundational to personal growth, self-reflection and the search for happiness remain a side note in most educational systems. Few programs teach practical skills like empathy, self-reflection, and personal growth in the context of a rapidly changing world and timeless values.
That’s where complementary educational initiatives come in—like Eudaimonia. This development program helps young people increase self-awareness, recognize their strengths, accept their imperfections, and embrace who they truly are. It prompts important questions:
What is a good life? What is a life unexamined? What is character, wisdom, excellence? Who am I, and who do I want to become? How can I work with difficult moments and positive emotions? How do emotions affect my performance at school or work? How can I cultivate empathy and compassion? What is the growth vs. fixed mindset? How can I live authentically and successfully? What can I influence?
The pursuit of joy can be tricky. Overconfidence, ignoring other viewpoints, or going in circles without new inspiration can lead to frustration and loss of motivation. That’s why it’s essential to continuously work on self-awareness, be open to new perspectives, and seek inspiration beyond your comfort zone.
Joy in life is not only a personal matter — it’s a value that can positively influence the environment around us. As entrepreneurs, teachers, managers, or parents, we have a responsibility to help others discover their own path to joy. And who knows? That very support might become our own source of happiness ????
and I bring a wealth of experience from manufacturing companies, now offered through HR consulting, mentoring, training, and coaching.
I’ve held leadership roles in both international corporations and smaller family-run manufacturing firms, working in production planning, public relations, and human resources.
Changing your perspective changes your life. I believe that our perspective on what is happening around us (and within us) is the key to solving many dilemmas, questions, and problems.
