How to Create a Better Version of You

One of my core beliefs, derived from my Christian faith, is that what comes naturally or easily to us isn’t always what’s best for us. Many people across time, geography, and belief systems have come to a similar conclusion: Human goodness isn’t automatic—it must be cultivated and grown.
If you’ve had the experience of parenting or watching young children, you’ve seen firsthand that, while full of curiosity and cuteness, they can also be selfish and mean toward each other. When given the choice, they will usually avoid struggle and reach for instant gratification.
As we mature, some of these tendencies lessen. However, such growth typically doesn’t happen without being taught, trained, and encouraged in a positive direction.