Have you ever wondered why certain people stand out to you in life—why their traits resonate so deeply while others remain unnoticed? For me, it was Jon Bon Jovi, MacGyver, and Steve Jobs. Each of them reflected something within me, traits that were waiting to be unlocked and embodied. Looking back, I now see how these figures acted as mirrors for aspects of my own psyche that I was drawn to develop.
Take the played personality MacGyver, for instance. As a young girl, I was fascinated by his creativity, his ability to accept any situation, and his resourcefulness in crafting solutions. Whether it was a paperclip or duct tape, MacGyver’s ingenuity taught me to see life as a series of opportunities to create and connect. I didn’t just admire him—I internalized his traits. I carried a Swiss Army knife in my pocket for years, embodying the belief that I could handle any challenge with creativity and acceptance.
Then there’s Jon Bon Jovi. His courage to express his deepest feelings to a global audience left a profound impression on me. At 23, he wasn’t just performing; he was baring his soul. His passion for music and the resilience to create despite the pressure of public life resonated deeply. His ability to connect with others through authenticity was something I instinctively wanted to unlock in myself.
And Steve Jobs—his brilliance, his defiance of the status quo, and his determination to create something entirely new despite criticism was nothing short of inspiring. His relentless pursuit of innovation mirrored my own desire to bring unique ideas into the world, no matter how uncharted the territory.
As a child, these figures weren’t just role models; they were reflections of the traits I wanted to nurture within myself. And now, as I create YouOn.com, I see how I have embodied these inner disciples—creativity, courage, passion, and innovation—allow me to actively steer my train toward my original life track.
The Twelve Disciples Within
Each disciple represents a unique aspect of the human psyche, both positive and negative. For example:
• Jon Bon Jovi’s courage and passion align with Peter’s decisiveness and John’s deep love and connection.
• MacGyver’s resourcefulness and creativity mirror Simon’s curiosity and Thomas’s patience.
• Steve Jobs embodies Matthew’s genius and the innovation that pushes boundaries.
Unlocking these traits isn’t about becoming someone else; it’s about recognizing what resonates with you and integrating these aspects into your own life. For me, YouOn.com is a reflection of this process: a creation born from courage, creativity, passion, and innovation, blending everything I’ve learned and unlocking what I need to bring it to life.
By identifying the figures that stand out to you and reflecting on the traits they embody, you can begin to see which aspects of yourself are calling for acknowledgment. The Twelve Disciples framework is a powerful tool to guide this process, helping you uncover the traits within you that are waiting to be expressed.
The journey of unlocking your inner disciples is deeply personal. For someone else, it might not be MacGyver, Jon Bon Jovi, or Steve Jobs; it could be entirely different figures who were appealing in your life. The key is to ask yourself: Which people have stood out to me? What traits do they embody that I find appealing? And just as importantly: Which traits irritate me in others?
Both positive and so-called “negative” traits are part of this process. While positive traits might feel inspiring, the traits you resist or find irritating in others often point to aspects of yourself that you’ve yet to acknowledge. For example, decisiveness might feel uncomfortable, but there could come a moment in your life where saying goodbye to certain people or situations requires you to embody that trait fully.
The power of this framework is in recognizing that all these aspects are already within you, waiting to be activated. By reflecting on the figures that resonate with you—and even those that irritate you—you begin to uncover the traits that are calling for acknowledgment and integration.
The journey is not about becoming someone else, but about stepping into the fullness of who you are. Each trait you unlock becomes a tool for steering your train in the direction of your original life track.
Here’s to the joy of creation—and to discovering the disciples within you.
Anke Joanne
