Some people believe that the idea of an "upgraded version" only applies to machines or software. But they're mistaken. Just as machines and apps are updated to perform better, you and I can also evolve, grow, and improve ourselves continuously.
Why Do We Need to Become a Better Version of Ourselves?
This raises an important question:
How do we bring out a better version of ourselves—and why should we?
To begin this journey, we need to reflect on our present selves. Where are you now? What aspects of your life or personality can be improved?
In fact, I’d say that becoming a better version of yourself means becoming who you truly are—the real you, beneath all external influences.
You see, society, people around us, and our environment often shape us in ways that make us forget our true identity. We start living according to others’ expectations, losing parts of ourselves in the process. And believe it or not, losing yourself is more dangerous than failing at anything else.
The Hardest but Most Important Task: Self-Improvement
In today's world, one of the hardest things to do is work on yourself. But it’s also the most rewarding.
Now, it’s not mandatory to work on yourself unless you want to succeed. I’ve connected self-improvement with success because success is a destination, and self-growth is the path that takes you there.
Before we dive deeper, ask yourself this question:
Why do I need to become a better version of myself?
What Is the "Better Version"?
The "better version" is the person who is closer to their full potential. While I believe humans don’t have a fixed limit—we can always grow—our goal should be to move from minimum to maximum, not necessarily from maximum to infinity.
And to be honest, this journey isn’t complete without spirituality—but that’s a conversation for another day.
Right now, let’s focus on self-growth.
Just like a smartphone or software needs updates to perform efficiently and securely, we too need to upgrade ourselves—to function better, live better, and grow stronger.
The Influence of Society and How It Holds Us Back
As I mentioned earlier, we're constantly influenced by others. Often, we try to become like someone else rather than embracing our own unique selves.
But think about this:
The person you admire—the one you want to be like—probably worked hard to become the best version of themselves. They didn’t copy others. They improved themselves, trusted themselves, loved themselves. And that’s what made them who they are.
So why not do the same for yourself?
Final Thoughts: Becoming a Better Version Is a Life Process
Working on yourself is not just a temporary project—it’s a lifelong process.
It’s about progress, not perfection. It’s about becoming more authentic, more capable, and more aware of your own potential.
In short, working on your better version isn’t just about “doing something.”
It’s about doing life better.
Why I Focus on Self-Improvement
I often talk about self-improvement because it stems from a meaningful turning point in my life. There was a time when I decided to confront one of my weaknesses head-on. Through consistent effort and dedication, I managed to overcome it. While I wouldn't yet call it a strength, it's no longer a weakness—and that in itself is a powerful transformation. With continued work, I believe I can turn it into a strength.
You can achieve your goals by consistently working on yourself. The journey of self-improvement is not easy, but the results can be truly transformative. If both you and I commit to improving our weaknesses, I believe we can either become successful or move significantly closer to success. Of course, success requires continued effort, but this process becomes a key part of your success path.
Back in 2020, I wrote a few articles with minimal effort and didn’t continue afterward. It wasn’t until three years later that I recognized one of my biggest weaknesses: a lack of consistency. I decided to face it directly and began working on it repeatedly. Over time, I saw real progress. Today, I’m in a better place, personally and professionally.
One key lesson I’ve learned is that even a small improvement—just 0.01% every day—can lead to major growth over 6 to 7 months. I discovered this concept in the book Atomic Habits, which became a turning point for me. It helped me understand the real value of small, consistent efforts. I highly recommend this powerful book to anyone on a self-growth journey.
How you choose to work on yourself is a deeper topic, and we’ll explore that in another article. So don’t worry if you're not sure where to start—I’ll guide you through it step by step in a future post.
For now, just take a moment to reflect on yourself. This article is meant to help you start thinking about becoming your better version. In the next one, we’ll dive into specific methods and strategies to help you grow.
So, ask yourself: Where are you right now in your personal growth journey?