Why Your Personal Glow-Up Powers Up the Whole Family?

Mariana Eiane MD
4 min readMay 13, 2024

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Hey there, fellow mompreneurs and dadventurers! Let’s chat about the magic ingredient for a rockin’ family vibe: Self Discovery.

Imagine your family as a gourmet pizza – it’s only as tasty as the primo toppings you pile on. And guess what?

Self-aware individuals are like the extra cheese that takes it from «meh» to «heck yeah!»

Or think of your family as a roller coaster ride – self-realization is the unexpected loop-de-loop that keeps everyone screaming for more. Because, let’s be honest, life’s a whole lot more fun when everyone’s riding the waves of awesome, right? 🎢

Now, I’m not saying your family has to be a bunch of zen masters floating on clouds of enlightenment. We’re all a little rough around the edges, and that’s what makes us interesting. But hey, a little self-awareness goes a long way in smoothing out those rough patches.

My Grandparents, My Parents, and I (Family Tree)
FRIDA KAHLO, 1936
  • So, let’s rewind a bit: I grew up in the chaos of doctor parents with schedules as hectic as a Monday morning commute. Nannies practically ran the show most of the time, so needless to say, I never fancied myself as a parenting guru.
  • Fast forward to me becoming a mom – I was winging it without a clue about what I was doing. But you know what hit me like a ton of bricks early on? The realization that my journey of healing and self-acceptance was key to raising a decent human.
  • Now, I’m far from having it all figured out (who is, really?). 🚀

So why should you care about self-realization in your family?

Well, for starters, it’s the antidote to those pesky «family drama» moments that seem to pop up like weeds in a garden. When everyone’s in touch with their true selves, there’s less room for misunderstandings, tantrums, and passive-aggressive notes on the fridge.

As parents, when we embrace high self-acceptance, we dial down the ego and ditch the clueless expectations. Instead, we become guides, helping our kids navigate their own paths. It’s like being the GPS of self-discovery rather than the backseat driver of their lives. 🗺️

Plus, self-realized individuals swoop in with empathy, understanding, and just the right amount of sarcasm to diffuse any tense situation. Aunt Martha’s conspiracy theories got you down? No problem – a self-realized family member knows how to handle that like a pro.

But here’s the best part: self-realization isn’t just about maintaining peace and harmony in the family (although that’s definitely a perk). It’s also about unlocking your full potential and living your best damn life. Because when you’re in tune with yourself, you’re unstoppable.

Abraham Maslow once laid out the blueprint for human motivation with his iconic hierarchy of needs. Picture it as a roadmap to personal fulfillment, guiding us from the basics like food and shelter to the lofty pinnacle of self-actualization. After all, a starving violinist can’t exactly serenade us with Mozart, right?

But let’s not forget the sage wisdom of Carl Jung, the mastermind behind the concept of individuation. This isn’t just some fancy term – it’s a path to psychological wholeness, where our latent potentials are unleashed, and our unconscious mind finds harmony with our conscious self. Think of it as the ultimate journey toward becoming the most badass version of yourself.

We’re talking radical acceptance of our flaws, our quirks here, and yes, even our embarrassing dance moves. Because when we stop fighting ourselves, we free up a whole lot of energy for the good stuff – like building kickass relationships with our loved ones.

And speaking of loved ones, Jung was onto something when he talked about accepting our family members as they are. Sure, Aunt Martha might drive you up the wall with her conspiracy theories, but hey, life’s too short to waste on futile attempts to change people. Embrace the chaos!

Now, let’s talk goals. No, not the boring «lose 10 pounds by summer» kind of goals – we’re talking about life missions that light a fire in your soul. Because when you’re busy chasing your dreams, there’s simply no time for petty drama. Plus, it’s way more fun to be the hero of your own story, am I right?

But hey, let’s keep it real – the path to self-realization isn’t all rainbows and unicorns. We’re gonna stumble, we’re gonna fall, and yes, we’re probably gonna embarrass ourselves along the way.

In the end, self-realization isn’t just about finding inner peace – it’s about creating a life that’s truly worth living.

So, go ahead and prioritize your personal growth to boost the overall health of your family, cause when each member commits to their own growth journey, they add supercharged fuel to the family engine.

Love

M💪🌟

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Mariana Eiane MD
Mariana Eiane MD

Written by Mariana Eiane MD

Mariana Tokvi Eiane is a doctor who researches the cultural and socio-economic differences affecting decision-making in global healthcare and beyond.

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