News flash: you’re going to die!

Yes, you read that right. But before you freak out, let me explain. This isn’t about being morbid or nihilistic. It’s about acknowledging the finite nature of our existence as a reason to live intentionally.

 We might have 40 more years if lucky (well, at least that’s what I think as a mid-30-year-old), which translates to roughly 14,600 days. That’s 14,600 chances to “get it right”. 

So, how do we make the most of it? By designing your ideal day, of course. This was an insightful exercise I picked up from internet marketer Frank Kern a few years back. 

Your lifestyle is essentially the sum of your experiences spread across the days of your life. Therefore, to define your lifestyle, you should start with an individual day. 

The Ideal Day

Your life is made up of individual days. To design your ideal life, you need to start with a clear vision of what your best day looks like. This isn’t about setting goals or acquiring things but crafting experiences that shape your identity. Here are some questions to help you visualise your Ideal Day:

The Morning Routine:

• Location: In which city or environment would you ideally wake up?
• Home Environment: Describe the style and features of your dream home.
• Wake-Up Time: At what time would you prefer to start your day?
• Morning Activities: What would your ideal morning routine include (e.g., exercise, meditation, reading)?
• Mindset: What are the first thoughts or affirmations you’d like to have in the morning?
• Communication: What are the first words you’d speak in the day, and to whom?
• Breakfast: What does your ideal breakfast look like, and how does it make you feel?

Daily Life:

• Routine Tasks: How would you handle everyday tasks (e.g., commuting, errands) in a way that brings you joy?
• Morning Work: What activities or work would you engage in during the first half of your day?
• Lunch: Describe your ideal lunch and the atmosphere you’d enjoy.
• Social Circle: What are the characteristics of the friends and colleagues you surround yourself with?

Personal Fulfillment:

• Fulfilling Activities: What activities or hobbies would you pursue for personal fulfilment?
• Life Purpose: What overarching purpose or mission would guide your daily actions and decisions?
• Professional Life: Describe the nature of your business or career. What drives you in your professional endeavours?
• Work Schedule: When would you ideally start and end your workday?
• Work Activities: What specific tasks or projects would you be involved in at work?
• Clientele: What are the traits of your ideal clients or customers?

The REALLY Big Stuff:

• Relationships: What does your ideal romantic relationship look like, and how do you contribute to it?
• Family Time: Describe how you would spend quality time with your family.
• Dinner: What is your ideal dinner experience, both in terms of food and company?
• Evening Activities: How would you spend your evenings for relaxation and enjoyment?
• Bedtime Thoughts: What thoughts or reflections would bring you peace and contentment as you drift off to sleep?

By answering these questions, you start to paint a vivid picture of your Ideal Day. 

Remember, this is not about creating a rigid schedule but understanding the experiences and feelings you want to incorporate into your daily life. 

Use this vision as a guide to make intentional choices that bring you closer to your perfect life, one day at a time.

Your life is your masterpiece. Start creating it today.