Do you have potential or interests you are involved in? Or maybe you have more than one interest? It could be, you are a multipotentialite!
The term multipotentialite became popular after Emilie Wapnick talked about Why Some of Us Don't Have True Calling? on Ted Talk a few years ago. The term multipotentialite itself refers to people who have more than one potential or interest.
Let's get to know more about the term multipotentialite!
What is Multipotentialite?
TheTalko defines a multipotentialite or multipotential as a person who has more than one potential or interest. So, their purpose in life was not to have one particularity or what Emilie called a 'true calling'. On the other hand, multipotential people aim to excel in several areas.
Millennials are known as a multipotential generation. For example, someone who is an expert in technology, but is also good at playing musical instruments. Malala Yousafzai, an activist from Pakistan is one of the multipotential women because she is interested and contributes in the fields of activism, humanity, writing, and also politics.
Many world or Indonesian celebrities are also multipotential people because they are not only involved in the entertainment world, but they are also interested in other fields. For example, Hamish Daud is involved in architecture and the environment, education like Dian Sastro and Maudy Ayunda, or even business like Kylie Jenner.
Signs of Multipotentialite
Here are some signs that you are a multipotential person:
It's hard to describe the passion for life.
In pursuing more than one interest, you find it difficult to see progress.
Excellent in more than one area or have multiple skills.
Loves to learn and is very curious.
Often go to several places to work on several projects at once.
Think fast.
How Can Multipotentialite Be Successful?
People who have many interests are advised to follow the direction of interest. Over time, you and other multipotential people will find a comfortable pace in working on those interests.
Perhaps doing several things at once can overwhelm a multipotential person with the need to allocate time and energy. For this reason, stay focused and manage your time well in order to be successful in any area of your interest.
Your path and that of other multipotential people may look different from those of people who are experts in one field. However, that doesn't make your path any less valuable. Every journey and endeavor, be it with one or different interests, are equally valuable. Keep the spirit!