You Can’t Teach This

Have you ever seen someone do something and it seemed just natural for them? For example, a musical theater actor who can sing, dance, and act. Someone that can prepare a five-course meal without blinking an eye or even using a recipe. Someone that has an eye for fashion and color combinations.

Have you ever seen someone do something and it seemed just natural for them? For example, a musical theater actor who can sing, dance, and act. Someone that can prepare a five-course meal without blinking an eye or even using a recipe. Someone that has an eye for fashion and color combinations. These are all examples of unique, natural talents. Webster describes talents as a natural aptitude. What is it that you can do that is just natural?

For instance, I like to draw, paint, and do graphic design. This is natural and easy for me. I am in my zone when I am involved in these activities. I also enjoy it when I can incorporate these talents into my everyday duties at work. I have a friend that can do hair. I have seen her transform people, and I am constantly in awe. A person's unique talents can be associated with their profession, a hobby, or a form of solitude. Everyone's talent is different. You might have more than one talent. I gave the example of an entertainer that can sing, dance, and act. As you begin to actively walk in your purpose and have confidence that you are enough, let's identify your unique talents.

Reflect on the following questions:

1.    What tasks at work/school come easy to you that your coworkers or colleagues are in awe of?

2.    What hobby do you have that is enjoyable (whenever you get a little time to do it)?

3.    What activity do you like to do that gives you solitude?

Once you identify your talents, this provides the foundation to identify your uniqueness. Remember, talents are natural and unique to you!