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Navigating Personal Growth: The Rise of the 'Monthly Curriculum' for Self-Development

In an increasingly complex world filled with an abundance of choices, a new trend in personal development is emerging: the 'monthly curriculum.' Popularized by online creators, this structured approach helps individuals navigate their self-improvement journeys by focusing on specific learning objectives each month. One such advocate, Jasmin, known as 'daywithjas' on social media, recently shared her framework for selecting a monthly curriculum, dividing it into three key areas: current self, future self, and past self. According to Jasmin, the 'current self' component involves identifying skills and passions relevant to one's present activities. "I am doing something for my current you this month, and that is all around marketing," she explained, detailing her efforts to upskill in video editing and read books on community and branding. This focus aims for incremental improvement, striving to be "that 1% better" in daily endeavors. The 'future self' aspect encourages individuals to consider their long-term aspirations and the skills required to achieve them. Jasmin provided an example of her boyfriend, who recently purchased a surfboard. "He wants to learn how to surf in order to be the surfer that he wants to be in his future self," she noted, highlighting how this goal prompts him to adjust his workouts, book lessons, and research equipment. Lastly, the 'past self' category addresses lingering interests or unresolved personal curiosities. "What is something that is an itch that you've been wanting to scratch?" Jasmin posed, suggesting that this segment is about healing old parts of oneself by exploring forgotten passions or learning more about topics that resonate deeply. This holistic approach aims to ensure that personal growth is not only forward-looking but also grounded in present needs and past desires.

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