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Are you tired of being told to stick to just one career in life?

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You might just be a multipotentialite! Having a diverse range of passions is something worth celebrating.

It can feel overwhelming when it seems that everyone around you is focused on just one career path or pursuit. But you know what? Your multipotentiality isn't a liability — it's a superpower!

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Did you know?

Several famous multipotentialites in history are Leonardo da Vinci, Benjamin Franklin, Beatrix Potter, and Maya Angelou.

1. Change your mindset

Embracing your superpower as a multipotentialite begins with recognizing the special strengths and advantages that come with this trait.

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Instead of feeling overwhelmed or confused by the different things you like, it's time to change your mindset. Embrace the beauty of your various passions and see them as valuable resources rather than distractions.

Let go of the idea that you must have only one "life calling" and, instead, enjoy the freedom to explore multiple paths that make you happy and satisfied.

2. Spend time and effort on your interests

To make the most of your diverse talents, it's crucial to set aside enough time and effort to grow your various interests.

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Get excited about continuously learning and exploring new things, as they are a big part of the journey towards mastering your passions.

The art of prioritization — figuring out what's most important — is a great way to handle lots of hobbies or interests. See which things mean the most to you and spend time on each one so that you don't neglect any.

3. Use your creativity and adaptability

Being a multipotentialite means you're really good at many different things. This lets you bring new and creative points of view into everything you do.

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Combining all your different interests can help you come up with cool and meaningful projects that take a bit from each interest you have.

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Let's you have interests in photography, digital marketing, environmental conservation, and community engagement.

You could work on a project where you document on social media the journey of a local community's efforts to clean up a polluted park and transform it into a green oasis.

You could also invite local artists to create art installations made from recycled material to put in the park, and then hold an exhibition event.

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Your adaptability also becomes a big help. It means you can handle unexpected changes without a problem and you're not afraid to try new things.

4. Connect with people you can relate to

In the journey of embracing your multipotentiality, it's really important to find and connect withlike-minded people who can understand your feelings and passions.

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Surrounding yourself with a supportive community can provide a comfortable and safe space to talk about your dreams and challenges without worrying about what others might think.

Working together with other multipotentialites can lead to exciting projects and creative ideas that you might not have thought of on your own.

Quiz

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Kwame is a high school student who loves painting, playing the saxophone, solving math problems, and volunteering at the local animal shelter.

He wants to use his multipotentiality trait effectively as well as make a meaningful, positive impact in his community.

Which option below best demonstrates how Kwame could achieve his two goals?

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A. Focusing only on math problems and entering math competitions to excel academically.

B. Continue painting, playing the saxophone, solving math problems, and volunteering at the animal shelter in his free time.

C. Play the saxophone and perform at local music events to gain recognition as a musician and make some money.

D. Combining his love for painting, saxophone, and animals by organizing a charity art auction that includes music performances to raise funds for the animal shelter.

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Which is the best option for Kwame to achieve his goals?

Take Action

It's clear that being a multipotentialite is a gift to be cherished. Remember, you're not held back by common societal expectations. Embrace your multipotentiality as the superpower it is! 🌟

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Evelina Wongosari

Learning Designer | Project Manager

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