Choosing a path in life is an important part of growing up. Every high school student faces the question, "What do I want to be when I grow up? Many do not attach importance to this problem, because they are sure that they will have time to decide later. In fact, it is worth taking this question seriously at an early age, as this decision will greatly affect life. Moreover, it requires in-depth introspection, studying their interests and hobbies. So what helps a person find their way?
First of all, it is important to have something to look out for. We must constantly try new things, discard uninteresting activities, focus on development in what we like. Even if we can not immediately find something that will pull us in, do not despair. Sooner or later each of us will find an occupation that causes awe in our hearts, and with it our life path
Some believe that in determining one's destiny can be helped by an analysis of one's actions and life events. Situations happen that turn all thoughts upside down. Unfortunately, usually it is something shocking or difficult. It is such circumstances that give us an understanding of the human path, helping us to make sense of real desires, not those that may be imposed by society.
Leo Tolstoy, at the beginning of his epic novel War and Peace, presents Bolkonsky as a man ready to do anything for his homeland. One of the main characters dreams of becoming commander-in-chief, he is happy to die for his country. After Andrei Bolkonsky almost dies in one of the battles, he leaves the front and goes home. This situation helped him realize what is really important in life and what is secondary. Thus, the main character determined his destiny through the analysis of this event.
Thus, the search for a spiritual path is influenced by many factors, including scary and difficult situations. The main thing is to understand exactly what your goals, desires, ambitions, and interests are. It is not worth following fashion if you do not find a response of perspective tendencies in yourself.