My Physical Picture
How do you feel each day?
o Every day I jump out of bed.
o I feel great every day
o I have some aches
o I have many aches and pains
o I can’t feel my body
o I listen to my body only when it hurts
The specific demands upon my body per day consists of:
o Sitting at a computer
o Walking
o Walking with briefcase
o Standing
o Other
How many hours do you work per week?
o 40 or less
o More than 40
Right now, how do you feel in your body?
o Free and open
o Tight and closed
o Energized
o Tired
o Don’t know
On a scale of 1-10, what is your daily stress level?
(10 is the most stress)
What exercise do you like to do? Make a list. (These are exercises or movements you will be adding to your routine.)
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What exercise do you NOT like to do? Make a list. (These are exercises or movements you will not be doing)
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My Emotional Picture
Each day the energy of my emotions are challenged by:
o Deadlines
o Kids
o Significant other
o Managing Employees
o Managing Bosses
o Managing Co-workers
o Budgeting Concerns
o Meetings
The amount of emotional energy I either try to control within myself or I give to others per day is:
o High
o Medium
o Low
Make a list, what motivates and inspires you?
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Optimism is an inclination to anticipate the best possible outcomes of my actions.
The degree to which I am optimistic in my daily life on a 1-10 scale is:
(10 being extremely optimistic)
How often do you find yourself smiling?
o Very often
o Often
o Sometimes
o Rarely
o Never
o I’m the Grinch
Would you like to smile more?
o Yes
o No
(Check all that apply)
Describe your mental outlook:
o I over-think and over-analyze everything
o I can’t stop my mind from constantly thinking
o Stopping constant thinking is something I am interested in
o Yes
o No
o I think when I want to and stop thinking when I don’t need to
The majority of my thinking is:
o Problem-solving
o Math Whiz
o Complex abstract thought
o Daydreamer
o Worrier
o Over-analyzer
Using the above information, fill in this chart. The goal is to identify where you are in terms of energy, stress and output.
If you’re energy is low, your stress is high and your giving a lot of energy to others your exercise progression needs to start with relaxation and recharge before you are ready to exert with intensity. This progression is organic. This means you need as much time as you need to train your body to no longer hold tension before you feel free to exert at higher levels. Patience with yourself is of the utmost importance.
Those who are ready to exercise intensely will have high energy, low stress and are giving out minimum levels of energy to others. However, most likely your body is still in need of releasing tension from your day. Take the time to relax your body and mind before exercising. You will see great changes in your performance when you do.
For those in between, you will need to start with relaxation to offset the tension. Slowly, over time, you can increase exercise intensity as you become consistent in your relaxation-exercise routine.
When you create your vision below, have the flow chart filled out and in front of you. Also, have all your list of what motivates and inspires you.
Vision/Purpose/Mission
Vision
What do you see possible in life, for yourself and others that would fulfill, motivate and inspire you? What could you contribute to the world that would make it a better place for you and for everyone else?
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What is the vision you have for your life? If you were 135 years old and you looked back on your life, what would you want to see? What goals, dreams, and aspirations would you have lived out?
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Purpose
Why are you here? What needs to be done to bring this vision to fruition? Who do you have to become? What changes need to be made? Looking from the highest possible perspective, what is the best use of your combination of interest, talents, and experience?
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Mission
What are the daily steps you need to take in order to accomplish your purpose and manifest your vision? What are the key actions and main measurable, observable results? Where does this current mission fit in with regard to you fulfilling your life’s purpose? What do you want from you body? What are the everyday demands you place upon your body and what are your physical needs? And, possibly the most important question: How do you want to feel everyday in the body that will be with you for the rest of your life?
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Reflect on the questions above. Then write a rough draft (a page of any length) of your mission statement. Remember, it should describe what you want to do and who you want to be. This is not a job description. Carry it with you, post copies in visible places at home and work, and revise and evaluate. Be patient with yourself. The process is as important as the outcome. After a few weeks, write another draft. Ask yourself if your statement was based on proven principles you believe in, and if you feel direction, motivation and inspiration when you read it. Over time, reviewing and evaluating will keep you abreast of your own development.
Take some time to formulate the path you want your life to lead. The longer you spend looking and creating this for yourself, the sooner the answers within you will arise.
You may be wondering how you will know what is meant to be your life’s purpose or your vision. The simplest answer is, it will feel right and you will be excited whenever you think about your vision!