12 Rules Of Becoming The Best Version Of Yourself
Priyanka Chopra’s 12 rules of becoming the best version of yourself which she thoroughly elucidated in one of her speech at the Penguin Annual Lecture 2017.
You are UNIQUE
Understand what makes you unique. Go after what you want, not what is expected out of you or by the society, which is largely patriarchal. Don’t be afraid of change, for it is the only constant. Your dreams will evolve. She wished to be an aeronautical engineer, and all the various hats she dons today with such perfection were never thought about.
Give Wings to your Dreams
No matter how far-fetched they might seem. Believe in them. Recognize every little opportunity coming your way and make it happen, as they don’t come too often. Be fearless while pursuing your dreams.
Don’t apologise for your Ambition
You have never “ARRIVED” enough to stop exploring new opportunities. There’s nothing wrong in being too ambitious, and here she called out to the women in the room, specifically. Never apologize for your ambition, opportunity, or anything which you think is going to take a step ahead in your life.
Be Greedy
…for your dreams that is. Be hungry to pursue your ambitions. You can have everything you ever wanted.
Do Not Compromise
Don’t live by someone else’s benchmarks and don’t let anyone dictate who you are and what you do with your life. Fight for your dreams and MAKE THEM HAPPEN!
Failure Happens
No matter how much you hate failing, sometimes you would fail. The only way to push aside failure is to move ahead. RISE from your failures like a Phoenix and feel the success then.
Be Bold
Take calculated risks. Priyanka Chopra recalled working on a negative role in Aitraaz, a woman-centric movie around fashion, and then leaving Bollywood at the peak of her career for Quantico, all of which were gambles at that point in her career and ended up as major milestones in her journey.
Have your Posse
Surround yourself with positive people (colleagues, friends, family etc.) who believe in you and who don’t stab you in the back. It’s always good to have support from people.
Do not try to make everyone HAPPY!
No matter what you do, someone will always be unhappy. Don’t pay heed to faceless social media trolls/negative comments or let them take away your peace.
Don’t take yourself too Seriously!
Laugh at situations, life, and yourself. Be kind and compassionate.
Give back to Society
Do not judge anyone. There’s always someone who is less fortunate than you. Be grateful.
Don’t Forget and Be Thankful
Always remember where you came from. Don’t forget your roots. Always be thankful to your parents and the people who supported you.
These are my personal favorite.!!! Hope you’d liked it and felt motivated too.
Hasta la Vista :)
