The world is designed such that we are molded by external elements, so having a hand in determining our own fate can be an incredible privilege…” And I knew this from the bottom of my soul… but also (partly because Kemp and others had mentored me) perhaps even more acutely – it was as much a challenge. This is a person drawing their hand which feels like it begins a really powerful metaphor for the journey of self, and what we hold possible at our very fingertips. If you want to find the power of self-creation, these seven steps will show you how to do that and forge your own adventure.

1. Embrace the Power Within

   The ability to depict what one is about to do most evidently captures the fact that human beings are extremely influential in determining their fortune. First, the importance of each line drawn should be identified and that is a choice, a decision, a move made to get to the life that is wanted. You are holding the pencil or rather you have the privilege of shaping/ sketching your future.

2. Pilot Be the Change

   Becoming a work of art is a lifelong process that people undertake. Introspection is key. Know yourself and your setting, and be strategic in what you do or do not do based on these principles. Perseverance and work, integrity and confidence—-the integrity to admit one has much to learn, and the confidence to attempt something new.

3. Overcome Doubt and Fear

   This is something many a beginner has been known to find rather off-putting; the almost stark emptiness of the canvas. In this respect, there is always doubt and fear that arises in the course of the endeavor to challenge our competence as well as the legitimacy of our existence. But these are just some of the steps that are vital in creating art. Whenever an artist paints, he or she must be ready to draw many doodles before the actual painting as you must be ready to make mistakes, learn, and change.

4. Cultivate a Clear Vision

   Perceiving one’s self is therefore important in the process of self-creation. Leadership on the other hand is like a star and once this star is set, then it continues to shine and guide. Think about what makes you get out of bed in the morning, what makes your heart race, and how you want to make the world a better place.

5. Practice Determination and Consistency

   I, therefore, realized that to draw one’s own path, one needs to be very determined, disciplined, and stick to the set plan. It is suggested to be present all the time and just do the work and remain loyal and dedicated to the goal or objectives. While a graphic picture is formed by uncounted lines, human’s life is formed by countless meaningful actions. It is important to pat yourself on the back and take some time to toast minor accomplishments when embarking on a process.

6. Embrace Change and Adaptability

   In steering your own course, you have to be willing to adjust the course as needed. Life is not stagnant and you make the right move to move forward and that is the truth that cannot be changed. Accept change as a positivist and open it as a tool that can help in improvement and creativity instead of as a depression that will slow you down.

7. Celebrate Your Progress

   Reward yourself and your successes, no matter if they are insignificant. Just like the strokes of a painter, each and every stroke that one make in his life forms the masterpiece of life. Draw on, create on, and let the future be as vast as it is before you.