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Pick a Superpower, and I'll Tell You Who You Are!

Nora Berenyi3 min read
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Flying Beyond Infinity and Beyond

Flying Beyond Infinity and Beyond
Was flying the first thing that came to mind when you asked yourself this question? Where would you fly? With whom? What would you want to see and feel? The sensation of flying brings an incredible sense of freedom—and yes, a bit of fear at first. If you’ve tried tandem skydiving, bungee jumping, or hot air ballooning, you already have a glimpse of this feeling. To me, flying connects to freedom and the craving for the unknown. So if this is the power you’d want, start thinking about how to satisfy the superhero inside you. I’d suggest traveling somewhere quiet, away from crowds, where you can truly experience how nature recharges your inner hero.

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Mind Reading

Mind Reading
This was probably the second most popular power among my friends. It says a lot when someone wants to linger in others’ thoughts. Maybe it’s to understand what they desire, to please them, or to figure out if there’s mutual chemistry on a first date. Whatever the reason, first realize this power isn’t about you. While flying gives freedom, mind reading traps you in a world where you’re always focused on others—often at your own expense. You might guess your boss’s thoughts (climbing the career ladder) or your partner’s deepest wishes, but that just means constantly catering to others’ needs. It’s far more empowering to focus on your own thoughts and see who truly stays by your side.

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Infinite Strength

Infinite Strength
It’d be handy to lift your car during a morning traffic jam and stroll to the front of the line, but in real life, we all have to wait our turn. This power was especially popular among men, and I was curious why they crave such strength. From their answers, it seems they desire power and admiration—and maybe even to inspire a bit of fear, sparking a unique kind of respect. Remember the famous line from Spider-Man: "With great power comes great responsibility." But why do you want to be stronger than everyone else? Maybe you hesitate to speak up or stand your ground? Or feel that being a real man means being the strongest? You can be strong in your own life right now. You won’t wake up as Thor overnight, but you can push your limits without intimidating others to earn respect.

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Shapeshifting

Shapeshifting
This was also a pretty popular superpower among those surveyed. Most often, the reason was a desire to try living someone else’s life. To shine in the spotlight, smile back from billboards, and enjoy the lifestyle that comes with it. Let’s be honest—we’ve all wished to step into another’s shoes for a day, driven by an unfulfilled dream or constant longing. But what if you created a life where this superpower wouldn’t even interest you? Everyone wants more, better, and brighter, but constant yearning only pulls you further from the amazing life you could be living.

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