Emotional Maturity

I recently realised one thing: since everyone is unique, emotional maturity will differ for everyone. Plus, there needs to be consideration of how each individual was raised, has gone through, and is going through in life, as maturity and growth are a constant process. I always wondered why my nephew is much more mature than I, till I realised that despite having similar parental experience, his financial status is much different, he has not gone through what I have, different world view and experience, plus each individual is emotionally different, which meant that it was only natural how my emotional maturity is different.

And then I realised how mature I am in various aspects compared to him. Most people seem to undermine their own potential. After all, it's all about self-realisation in our traditional beliefs. Thus, I finally came to the conclusion that I cannot replicate that particular mindset or nature, but more importantly, I don’t need to be like anyone anyway. The uniqueness in each of us is what makes us stand out.

More importantly, life is a journey that differs for everyone. The need for growth and maturity can occur naturally through various life experiences, but I strongly believe that marriage certainly triggers both. Especially if both individuals are similar in nature, they can eventually figure out shortcomings of their nature, and if there are subtle differences in their nature, then that can help in their self-improvement.