Critical thinking is essential. It is crucial for our success in every area of our lives, from our spirituality to our road navigation, from the classroom to the boardroom. If you are not critical of your work, ideas or actions, you can’t be successful or reach your potential. But many people tend to think critically only when they are about to perform a task. It is important to approach each day with objectivity so you can see life as it is and tackle the challenges that arise. This is where self-actualization comes in. Some people spend a lifetime trying to figure out who they are and where they are going in life while others achieve self-actualization early on, gaining insight into who they are and where it is they want to be. Very few people take the time to focus on themselves and find their real purpose in life. It’s no wonder so many of us question what it is we were put on this earth to do. Self-actualization challenges us to achieve our highest potential in life and find ways to sustain it.