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    How do I find the one thing I'm talented at?
    Tracey Rogers, MA
    Certified Life Coach
    Tracey L. Rogers is a Certified Life Coach and Professional Astrologer based in Philadelphia. Tracey has over 10 years of life coaching and astrology experience. Her work has been featured on nationally syndicated radio, as well as online platforms such as Oprah.com. She is certified as a Coach by the Life Purpose Institute, and she has an MA in International Education from George Washington University.
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    This premise is a little flawed. We have this idea that everyone is only good at one thing. That's not true. There are probably dozens of things you're talented at. You probably haven't discovered any of those things yet! Keep looking. You'll find something you're passionate about.
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    How can I get better at something I think I might be good at?
    Tracey Rogers, MA
    Certified Life Coach
    Tracey L. Rogers is a Certified Life Coach and Professional Astrologer based in Philadelphia. Tracey has over 10 years of life coaching and astrology experience. Her work has been featured on nationally syndicated radio, as well as online platforms such as Oprah.com. She is certified as a Coach by the Life Purpose Institute, and she has an MA in International Education from George Washington University.
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    Take a class. If you think you might be a good chef, sign up for a cooking class and give it a shot. Either it turns out you're a naturally-talented cook, or you'll get the skills you need to improve. It's a win-win!
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    What if I'm scared to fail?
    Tracey Rogers, MA
    Certified Life Coach
    Tracey L. Rogers is a Certified Life Coach and Professional Astrologer based in Philadelphia. Tracey has over 10 years of life coaching and astrology experience. Her work has been featured on nationally syndicated radio, as well as online platforms such as Oprah.com. She is certified as a Coach by the Life Purpose Institute, and she has an MA in International Education from George Washington University.
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    Let go of that impulse. Give yourself permission to take chances. If you aren't good at something, so what? You can always move on to something else or keep working at it to improve.
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    How can I find my talent?
    Community Answer
    Go with what comes easy for you and brings you joy. If you like to sing, develop that talent. If you love playing sports with your friends, focus on one to really excel at.
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    Does writing stories, poems, and essays count as a talent?
    Community Answer
    Yeah, definitely. Not everyone can pick up a pen and write something that actually sounds good. Just embrace your style to make it sound more natural and keep writing to improve your skill level.
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    How do I develop my writing skills?
    Community Answer
    Read and write. Embrace whatever language/style comes naturally to you. Let the words flow and worry about the rest later. Find your story line and write it; you can correct the errors later.
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    What sort of talents can I try to learn if I don't have any natural ones?
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    Natural talents are what people discover they like and have an aptitude for plus plenty of learning and practice. A lot of talent is wasted because people insist they have none and fail to practice their heart's desire. The words "I could never do that" have destroyed many an opportunity to do just that with effort and practice. The answer is therefore this: Don't assume you have no "natural" talents, assume that you can do whatever you put your mind to and are prepared to put the effort into. Do classes, join a club, get a mentor/coach/tutor, get started now.
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    How do I find passion for one thing when I have many different talents and hobbies?
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    Enjoy all the passions you have. You can have a talent for many things at one time, if you're trying to choose, pick the one you enjoy the most or that will lead you to feeling fulfilled in life.
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    How will I know when I have found my talent?
    Community Answer
    Finding a talent is about the passion. If you feel truly passionate about something, you don't need to be talented at it. Talent comes with practice.
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    How can I learn to become a good English speaker in a short amount of time?
    Community Answer
    Practice speaking the language at home, and watch English programs on TV. You should also take English classes. Tip: don't view it as academic; view it as an adventurous hobby.
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    How can I know if I am a good writer?
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    Open a Wattpad account and submit some of your work. You can submit stories, poems or anything you've written. Ask users for their honest opinion on your work and go from there.
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    Can I be a dancer and an engineer at the same time?
    Community Answer
    Maybe you could have a full time job as an engineer, because it will probably make you financially secure, and you could have dance as a hobby. You could also have dance as a part-time job, like teaching a dance class for kids. You could always take advice from people, but in the end, it's only your opinion that matters, so follow your heart.
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    How do I know where to start when there's so many hobbies to try?
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    Start with something that interests you. For example, if you like music, you might be interested in singing, theater, or learning an instrument. If you like art, you might be interested in painting, sketching, or even sculpting. If you like food, you can take up baking or cooking. Take a few classes at a college or community center, and find what you really enjoy.
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    Is a loving and helping nature a talent?
    Community Answer
    This is a passion. It may become a talent when you figure out how to do it, and actually practice it.
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    What if you're naturally good at something but you hate it?
    Community Answer
    You stop doing it, and find something else!!!. There is always something else for you to be good at.
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    I love to read. How can I choose a talent from that?
    Community Answer
    Reading in itself is a talent. Being able to understand hard words or read fast is great. Being able to analyze a good book or article and explain why it's well-written and how the author accomplishes their goals is an excellent skill as well.
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    Can someone have many talents?
    Community Answer
    Yes. It is possible for one person to have more than one talent, although it's very rare.
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    What is the best job for someone who can act, sing, and dance?
    Community Answer
    Probably an actor/actress (if you want to focus on acting mainly) or a singer (if you are more passionate about music). Both jobs involve dancing, so you don't have to worry about that.
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    I want to be an actor, but I'm not sure if it's my talent. How can I find out?
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    Sign up for acting classes and see how you do. If you decide you like it, you can ask the instructor/coach if they think you have any talent, and if they have any pointers to help you improve.
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    Does science and technology count as a talent?
    Community Answer
    Sure, as long as you have an experiment or something you can do in front of a crowd, it can definitely count as a talent.
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    What are the different types of talents?
    Community Answer
    There are artistic talents (singing, dancing, acting, painting, etc.), academic and intellectual talents, and physical talents. Language speaking is also a talent. Some people are good with animals. Some people are great at knitting, or cooking, or sailing. There are so many kinds of talent.
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    Is it okay to make up chords on my guitar as I go along?
    Community Answer
    Yes. While any chord you make up would technically have a designated name, you are free to be as creative as you like while playing.
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    Does playing the guitar count as a talent?
    Community Answer
    If you're relatively good at it, yeah! Not everybody can do it, so it's great that you can.
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    Is it enough if I have only one talent?
    Community Answer
    Yes. It's definitely enough to have just one talent.
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    Can I have five jobs that depend on my talent?
    Community Answer
    Of course, as long as it is not too much for you to handle.
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    Will my joy in my talent increase as I share that talent with others?
    Community Answer
    It should. When you share your talent with others, you're making them happy. That, in turn, should make you happy.
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    What if I find something I really like, and I practice a lot, but I'm still not good at it?
    Community Answer
    That's okay. You can keep doing that thing as a recreational activity, just don't focus all of your hopes and dreams on it. Keep trying new things and discovering new talents. You'll find what you were meant to do.
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    I don't know what to practice. There are many things I like, but nothing I'm really passionate about. What should I do?
    Community Answer
    Maybe you just haven't tried enough things. Find your passion -- this can lead to finding talent. Everyone has a passion, even if you don't think you have one.
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    If I can be funny, is that a talent?
    Community Answer
    Sure! You can do a stand-up comedy routine, or you can get some people together and do a funny skit.
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    I enjoyed planes, trains, boats, carousels and still do, but that isnt a talent. What can I do with that other than travel agent?
    Naomi Waddell
    Community Answer
    You can become a mechanic and work on boats and airplanes. You can be a boat driver or enter a speed boat race.
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