LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
JOHN W. RAWLINGS SCHOOL OF DIVINITY
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Submitted to
Dr. Joel Breidenbaugh
CHMN 699
Internship
by
Harold C Hanson
August 18 , 2021
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Personal Development Plan
Personal growth and self-development are two integral parts of the life of a modern
person. In order to succeed in today’s hectic and ever-changing environment, each individual
has to overcome challenges and achieve new accomplishments constantly. According to
Pirilä, personal development comprises multiple aspects, such as “growth as a conscious
human being, activities that improve self-knowledge and identity, development of talents and
potential, … building of human capital and employability, enhancing the quality of life” and
many others. In other words, this term is not limited to self-development but covers a wide
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range of activities, methods, tools, techniques, and approaches to support human
development and promote a happy and fulfilled life for everyone. Spirituality and faith play
an essential role in defining one's perspectives and connection to the world, as well as future
goals and aspirations. As a Christian, I believe that a personal development plan allows every
individual to improve their personal skills while also supporting others and contributing to
the world. The purpose of this paper is to present my personal development plan focusing on
the areas of spiritual disciplines, personal finances, and continuing education.
Coming from a christian family, I think of myself as a spiritual person. Religion has
been an important part of my life since my early years. As a result, spirituality is one of the
cornerstone values that guide me in my experiences and aspirations. Furthermore, coaching
and reading help me in identifying the main objectives and the plan for my future growth. In
