Exercise: “Digging into Inspiring Media”

What you will get out of this

Before, we discovered the underlying beliefs behind pieces of media that stuck with us instinctually. By closely analyzing these beliefs, we can pinpoint the ones that are most interesting and align with our current beliefs. It's important to explore these captivating beliefs because they have the potential to become our new fulfilling beliefs in the future.

This exercise helps us examine the beliefs underlying the pieces of media we find most inspiring and select which of those beliefs we are most intrigued to explore within our own lives.

An example of this exercise at work

Step 1: Uncovering Your Connection with Memorable Media

Feel free to look back at your response to Chapter 3, Exercise: “Inspiring Media”

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Take a moment to reflect on the five books, films, or other pieces of media that you listed as engaging and memorable. For each one, delve a little deeper to understand why it strikes a chord within you and summarize your thoughts in a sentence. Let honesty be your guiding star.

Are you personally moved by this piece of media? Or do you feel a societal pressure that you "ought to" find this particular work intriguing? Perhaps, you're influenced by the admiration others express for those who appreciate this media.

Step 2: Your Thoughts on the Fundamental Beliefs Echoed in Inspiring Media

Feel free to look back at your response to Chapter 3, Exercise: “Inspiring Media”

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You may find that a particular belief resonates strongly with you. Conversely, you might discover that you don't relate with another belief. Maintain transparency with yourself as you delve into how each fundamental belief impacts you.