Molly is Talented!!

Is being a perfectionist a talent? I mean it seems to get in my way a lot. I want to journal but I haven’t had time to make the perfect journal cover, with lots of perfect pages, I want to bake bread but I need a kitchen aid first because otherwise I make a mess and we all know how imperfect that is. Finding our talents, and trying new things can be scary for a perfectionist, It could really keep a person up at night. But if you are feeling brave here are a few tips for finding your talent from a friend of mine who spoke in church on Sunday.
How to find your Talents:
1. Ask yourself what you are interested in.
2. Ask yourself what comes easy for you.
3. Pray and Ponder.
4. Ask your friends or leaders what they think you are good at.
5. Ask yourself what you use to enjoy doing as a child.
6. Ask yourself what aspects of your calling you are really good at.
7. Try something new and different.
To Develop Your Talents:
1. Practice, Practice, Practice
2. Ask for the Spirit to help you
3. Look for and pray for opportunities to use your talent.
4. Do your best at your calling
5. Be committed and Set goals
6. Pray for help in developing your talents
7. Find a mentor or friend to teach you something you are interested in.
Using your talents:
1. Serve in you callings
2. Better your communities
3. Strengthen your Families
4. Set examples and standards
5. Share and teach your talent to others

I have been the beneficiary to many talented people. I learned how to do balloon animals, crochet and make candy from some very talented and loving people in my ward. These skills have enhanced my life and have given me much joy. And while I am not perfect at these things I find a perfect joy in doing them and sharing the things I make with others.