Psychologists argue that there are many ways of self-realization. Everyone can choose for themselves the ideal option to completely change their lives for the better. One of these methods, experts call imitation. Of course, it is desirable that the object of imitation be higher than you in status or older in age. Such a person probably has great experience, which he is able to convey. It is very easy to find role models - for this you do not need to methodically read the biographies of famous people. Perhaps such an example is near you - this is someone more successful, a person from whom you can learn a lot.
Psychology of imitation
To imitate means to copy the lifestyle and habits of another person. It often happens that young people choose the wrong ideal for themselves. Having chosen him, young people aspire to him with their whole being, and sometimes such actions can greatly ruin life. It is necessary to choose the right role models — people who were able to achieve certain heights or stand in the way of achieving them — these are worthy candidates. But it is worth remembering that full copying in this situation will not benefit you, since each person has an individual mindset, capabilities and physical data. An ordinary layman will not be able to, having seen enough of the flexible gymnasts, just as quickly sit on the twine. This takes time, which must be spent on achieving the desired result - this will be the best way to self-development. You can also borrow a little of the desired qualities from each person: run in the mornings, like your neighbor, cook delicious delicacies every day, as a friend does, or learn the languages that a work colleague is fond of. Just remember: when copying other people's interests and preferences, you should not lose your own "I". This technique is only a way to work on yourself, and when the task is completed, you need to find your own path that will be ideal for you.
Role Models for Teens
Teenagers are particularly susceptible to foreign influence. They are still deprived of life experience, during the puberty, their mental and physical state undergoes a series of shocks, sometimes leading the teenager to thoughtless and stupid decisions. It is very important that the child finds the right example for himself, the person who makes him better.
There is no need to look for distant ideals - for sure there is such a person among classmates or close friends. You look and wonder how he can do so many different things and at the same time remain awake and successful in his studies. He simply trained himself, or perhaps also took an example from more successful people. Observe it, learn habits and subtleties of character. If he attends some sports sections or is always prepared for lessons, then try to do the same. Be sure that this will not be worse - you need to learn how to live someone else's life in order to properly build your own.
A good example for teens is their own parents. If they are successful and achieve everything they once wanted, then this can be a great incentive for the child. Particular attention should be paid to friends who graduated from high school and entered prestigious universities. Against their background, a teenager does not want to look flawed, so he will try to achieve the same result or even better.
Role Models for Schoolchildren
School children are very difficult to direct on the true path. They live as they see fit, but if they have been told all their lives about a good study, they will try to do their homework in a quality manner. But this seemingly positive feature has its drawbacks - it means that a teenager very quickly gives in to someone else's influence, even parents can not defeat. A graphic example is especially necessary for such children, perhaps a teacher who enjoys authority can become such an ideal. Teachers sometimes share a piece of their biography with their students, so often children try to imitate them.
Of course, there are other role models. At school age, they can be cartoon characters or the main characters of books. In the second case, there is an extensive group of personalities that can be imitated. Most Russian classics in their works describe highly moral persons who, despite all the difficulties of life, remain faithful to their principles. There are a great many such examples: Petya Ivanov from the novel by S. Prokofieva, Andrey Bolkonsky from the epic novel War and Peace. You can list them for a very long time, most importantly, look in the book and find the perfect option for yourself.
Role models from history
World history is also rich in outstanding people from whom it is possible and even necessary to take an example. So, great scientists serve as excellent role models, thanks to which our world has changed a lot. You can start looking for them from the ancient era. For example, Aristotle is a man whose thoughts are popular to this day. His teachings survived several thousand years, and even now people write books and prepare dissertations using his works.
The choice of outstanding personalities must be guided by the desire to perform a worthy deed, which people will always remember. Try and perhaps your ideas will bring something new to the world. Then, even after thousands of years, humanity will not forget about your existence, and descendants will strive to reach the same heights.
Role Models in Russia
Our country has always been famous for the fact that a large number of talented people are born on its territory. Take, for example, the Golden Age of Literature, when for such a seemingly short time dozens of writers left an outstanding mark. This is Pushkin, who is considered the true "ray" of Russian literature, Lermontov and Gogol, Tolstoy and Dostoevsky, as well as many others.
It is very easy to find role models in Russia - for this it is necessary to choose one outstanding personality, with whom the Russian land is so rich. It can be a writer, politician, athlete or ballerina - all of them are certainly talented and their biographies are excellent motivation.
Role Models: Celebrities
Probably one of the best examples for personal motivation will be celebrities. After all, they are not just people who are known all over the world - they are also very stubborn and strong personalities. Many of them achieved fame on their own, for example, actors who were waiting for the results of next trials. Not everyone believed in them, prophesied failures. Despite everything, they managed to achieve their place in this life, and their names will always be remembered, since films and songs will live forever.
Way to Stephen's Success
Steven Spielberg’s personality is familiar to everyone because his films are some of the best in the history of cinema. As you know, his path to success was very thorny. After graduation, he collected documents for admission to the university to get the profession of a director, but did not pass the entrance exams and was sent home. But the guy did not give up - the next year he again tried to enter the same faculty, but again failed. If that attempt were the last, perhaps we would never have seen his famous films. But, fortunately, the young Stephen was not going to give up and for the third time he nevertheless entered the university of his dreams, and the profession acquired within its walls brought the director millions of dollars.
Marilyn's story
The story of Marilyn Monroe is also not without failures. Her career began with small roles or even games in the crowd. For a long time, the directors considered her an ugly and talented actress, so they did not miss the girl beyond the secondary roles. But, as we know from her biography, Marilyn became a sex symbol, earned a fortune, she was looked after by celebrities. Thanks to her perseverance, she was able to achieve unprecedented heights, and her name is still associated with beauty and charm.
Role Models for a Girl
Sometimes girls just need to be like someone else, but they cannot choose the ideal for themselves. Although there are definitely people nearby who are suitable for this role. For example, the best friend, who always succeeds quickly and correctly, and life is very successful. Often, girls simply envy such friends, believing that all their merits are only a gift from heaven or an incredible level of luck.
By the way, you can envy, and sometimes even need to, only this feeling should be “white” and harmless. You should not reproach a person for being more successful; it is better to try to achieve even greater results yourself. Take a more successful girlfriend as an example. Repeat her for some habits: regular self-care, hard work and persistent movement towards the goal, for example. Taking all this as a basis, you can create your own foundation, which will lead to a better life.
Each person is able to change what does not suit him, the main thing is to get rid of laziness and choose the right goal. Examples to follow are people who have already achieved certain successes or are standing in the way of their achievement. Watching them, borrowing the qualities you need, working tirelessly on yourself, you can significantly change your own life in the direction of improvement.