As a parent I've always felt that it's not my job to to raise my kids into who I want them to be, but rather the best version of who they naturally are. This has required a lot of watching and observing what their natural gifts and abilities are, but also what they naturally gravitate towards.

We all have gifts we are born with. Yes, we can develop and progress in any area if we are motivated enough, but there are certain abilities that are innate.

Harvard psychologist, Howard Gardner, developed a theory of multiple intelligence. He proposed there are actually 8 different types; although they aren't mutually exclusive, typically people will be particularly strong in one dominant area. (The 9th was added later.)

✔️Visual-Spatial Intelligence

Strengths: Visual and spatial judgment

✔️Linguistic-Verbal Intelligence

Strengths: Words, language, and writing

✔️Logical-Mathematical Intelligence

Strengths: Analyzing problems and mathematical operations

✔️Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

Strengths: Physical movement, motor control

✔️ Musical Intelligence

Strengths: Rhythm and music

✔️ Interpersonal Intelligence

Strengths: Understanding and relating to other people

✔️ Intrapersonal Intelligence

Strengths: Introspection and self-reflection

✔️ Naturalistic Intelligence

Strengths: Finding patterns and relationships to nature

✔️ Existential Intelligence

Strengths: Ability to contemplate philosophical topics relating to mankind's existence

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