I have heard the term often..."soul searching." Numerous people often take this seriously and do a self analysis of themselves. I think it can certainly bring some positive results, but then one has to ask themselves: How do you know your thoughts are accurate?
It bleeds over into other areas of your life as well. Being divorced for a number of years, I sometimes get on an online dating site , mainly to read about others, their trains of thought, etc.
I find it quite amazing how many people are "looking for their soul mate", and state so in their profile (introduction of themselves). I am not saying there is not such a thing as a soul mate, but it seems by putting such emphasis on that, you can miss out on just getting to know others and enjoy the life you currently have. Personally, I think the "soul mate concept" is more of an emotional myth than true life, but that is me. I think things like relationships develop over time....and perhaps you eventually find the one you want to share life with.
Soul searching is somewhat similar to me....you can analyze yourself and draw conclusions about different things in your life...but what is the standard you are going by? That is why I think having a relationship with Christ Jesus is so important...along with the Presence of the Holy Spirit....they kind of help in the "soul searching" things in my life...and give me plenty to allow myself to grow and become complete in Him.
OK, that being said.....
Soul Searching is described as : "a penetrating examination of our motives, convictions, and our attitudes on life. It can be done in a critical analysis, yet constructive solutions that allow our attitudes and convictions in life to be given a chance to grow, giving us the freedom to enjoy what life has to offer. It can be in a self-analysis form, when diagnosed with a proper balance, and given to an adjustment period that allows you to redirect values, ethics, moral, and a spiritual stability that brings positive results to your life." ( For me, this simply means...read the Scriptures,and you will find answers to those soul searching questions lol).
Anyway, a number of references give a "Top 25" as to how to perform a "soul searching exam"...and here are the first 5:
1. Identify situations that you have not or are not prepared...what steps could you take now to better understand your situation...are you willing?...are you open minded?...are you able to listen to sound advice?
2. Our emotions can play a large part in our daily decision making. What makes you sad, happy, angry, vulnerable, weak, strong, confident, laugh, or stressed. What changes could you make so emotions would not be the controlling factor in making daily decisions.
Note: Here is a quote I read recently: "Dwelling on fear and negative emotions...achieves the creation of...more fear...and more negative emotions."
3. Everyone has regrets in life, feelings and/or loss in each one of our lives. Take a moment, consider how you have handled some of the hurts and tragedies in life, and ask your self: "Would you handle them any different now?" Are you able to forgive yourself for wrong choices or decisions you might have made?" Can the Scriptures give you the tools needed to do so?
4. Is "love" really the ultimate goal in life...both for God and fellowman? Why?...and why is it so important to have "love in our hearts?" What does "love mean to you anyway?
5. Commitment...how important is it in your life? Does it make you "feel better?" Are you happy you made a decision to commit to something...or someone?...or do you regret it?...maybe even bitter over it and hate the fact you made a decision to commit in the first place? Can you find happiness in commitment?
Ok...enough thought for now...my brain hurts (lol)...Oh...one more quote I read: "The value of finding your identity is that it often comes...with purpose." Richard Grant
I find it quite amazing how many people are "looking for their soul mate", and state so in their profile (introduction of themselves). I am not saying there is not such a thing as a soul mate, but it seems by putting such emphasis on that, you can miss out on just getting to know others and enjoy the life you currently have. Personally, I think the "soul mate concept" is more of an emotional myth than true life, but that is me. I think things like relationships develop over time....and perhaps you eventually find the one you want to share life with.
Soul searching is somewhat similar to me....you can analyze yourself and draw conclusions about different things in your life...but what is the standard you are going by? That is why I think having a relationship with Christ Jesus is so important...along with the Presence of the Holy Spirit....they kind of help in the "soul searching" things in my life...and give me plenty to allow myself to grow and become complete in Him.
OK, that being said.....
Anyway, a number of references give a "Top 25" as to how to perform a "soul searching exam"...and here are the first 5:
1. Identify situations that you have not or are not prepared...what steps could you take now to better understand your situation...are you willing?...are you open minded?...are you able to listen to sound advice?
2. Our emotions can play a large part in our daily decision making. What makes you sad, happy, angry, vulnerable, weak, strong, confident, laugh, or stressed. What changes could you make so emotions would not be the controlling factor in making daily decisions.
Note: Here is a quote I read recently: "Dwelling on fear and negative emotions...achieves the creation of...more fear...and more negative emotions."
3. Everyone has regrets in life, feelings and/or loss in each one of our lives. Take a moment, consider how you have handled some of the hurts and tragedies in life, and ask your self: "Would you handle them any different now?" Are you able to forgive yourself for wrong choices or decisions you might have made?" Can the Scriptures give you the tools needed to do so?
4. Is "love" really the ultimate goal in life...both for God and fellowman? Why?...and why is it so important to have "love in our hearts?" What does "love mean to you anyway?
Ok...enough thought for now...my brain hurts (lol)...Oh...one more quote I read: "The value of finding your identity is that it often comes...with purpose." Richard Grant
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