Design Your Dream Life in 5 Steps
A step-by-step program to help you design and achieve your dream life, incorporating elements of social support, self-compassion, and realistic goal setting.
Program Modules
Step 1: The Dream - Define Your True North (2.0 You)
Get crystal clear on who the 2.0 version of you is. Uncover your craziest dream and create a reality distortion field, while practicing self-compassion.
Identify Your Dream
DailyWrite down your craziest, most ambitious dream. Don't suppress it! Then, write down three realistic steps you can take today towards achieving it.
“What's your reality distortion field? What's the craziest dream that you can come up with?”
Example Case Studies
DailyAnalyze the provided examples of Mary and Justin to better understand dream identification, considering both their ambition and potential challenges.
Steve Jobs Inspiration
DailyRead about Steve Jobs and his reality distortion field. Consider how he overcame challenges and also the potential pitfalls of his approach. Reflect on self-compassion.
“The ones crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.”
Find an Accountability Partner
WeeklyConnect with someone who supports your dream and can provide accountability. Share your dream and ask for feedback.
Step 2: The Hero's Journey - Map Out 5-10 Steps
Break down your dream into 5-10 manageable steps. Think of it as a program design, focusing on realistic milestones and celebrating small wins.
Identify the Steps
DailyList the 5-10 steps needed to go from your current state to your True North. Make them specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
Reverse Engineering
DailyConsider the reverse order: What actions led you to your current state? Analyze both positive and negative influences.
Share Your Steps with Your Accountability Partner
WeeklyShare your 5-10 steps with your accountability partner. Get feedback and brainstorm potential obstacles.
Step 3: Certainty - Operate as if You See Your Future
Develop unwavering certainty in your vision. Act as if you've already achieved your goal, but acknowledge and address potential anxieties and insecurities.
Visualize Success
DailySpend 15 minutes visualizing yourself achieving your dream. Focus on the positive emotions and sensations.
Address Your Fears
WeeklyWrite down your biggest fears about pursuing your dream. Then, write down a plan to mitigate each fear.
Positive Affirmations
DailyCreate and repeat positive affirmations related to your dream. Focus on building self-belief and confidence.
Step 4: Recommit - Embrace Detours and Setbacks
Understand that detours and setbacks are part of the journey. Master the art of recommitment by developing coping strategies and celebrating resilience.
Identify Past Setbacks
WeeklyReflect on past setbacks and detours. What did you learn from them? How can you apply those lessons to future challenges?
Develop Coping Strategies
WeeklyCreate a list of coping strategies to use when you encounter setbacks. This could include mindfulness, exercise, or talking to a friend.
Share Your Setbacks
MonthlyShare a recent setback with your accountability partner and ask for support and guidance.
Step 5: 2.0 You - Arrive and Thrive
Reaching the 2.0 version of yourself is worth it! Celebrate your success, inspire others, and give back to your community.
Reflect on Your Journey
WeeklyReflect on your journey. What did you learn? What challenges did you overcome? What are you most proud of?
Celebrate Your Success
MonthlyPlan a celebration to acknowledge your success. Share your achievement with your accountability partner and loved ones.
Inspire Others
MonthlyShare your story with others to inspire them to pursue their dreams. Consider mentoring or volunteering.
What You'll Accomplish
- Define your dream life with clarity and self-compassion.
- Break down your dream into actionable and realistic steps.
- Develop unwavering certainty and confidence, while acknowledging potential anxieties.
- Embrace detours and setbacks as learning opportunities and develop coping strategies.
- Achieve your 2.0 version, inspire others, and give back to your community.
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