Designing a Life You Love

We live in a hustle culture. It’s as simple as that. So much so that many of us are chasing the next car, the next accomplishment, the next promotion, the next raise, insert whatever your next is right now, for no real reason other than that’s what we think we should be doing. But the deal is…we get one life. One. And, we can create whatever life we want. We have the power to design a life we love.

So, if you’re feeling stuck in the rat race, unfulfilled, constantly stressed or anxious, or just unhappy with the way your life is right now, I encourage you to take some time to define what you want your life to look like. And, if you aren’t sure what to do after that to start building a life you’re truly obsessed with, then here are 3 key components to get you on your way.

1. Mindset

• When it comes to designing a life you love, the first thing you have to tackle is your belief. So often we’ve been in the same place, fighting the same things for so long that we aren’t sure how to believe in ourselves anymore. You aren’t going to change anything if you don’t really believe you can.

Tip: Start with one small shift in your life that would make a big difference.

2. Commitment

• What are you committed to? Sometimes, even though we can’t see changing our entire life, we can see changing and designing one area. So, start there.

Where you are committed is where you will get results.

For example: Let’s say keeping up with housework is stressful. You dislike spending time cleaning and let’s not talk about the laundry. Just looking at the neverending pile of clothes that needs to be folded makes you frustrated and angry. You’d love to have someone come in once a week and clean your house. But, right now you can’t imagine having a lifestyle that allows you to pay someone to do this. But, maybe you can see yourself being able to pay a college student to come in and fold your laundry every week. Thus, giving you peace of mind when you walk in the door, clearing up a task that bogs you down, and giving you more quality time with your family! Start where you can see.

Your belief in designing a life you love will grow as your commitment grows.

3. Priorities

• You can’t design a life you love until you know what you want to design. You can’t expect to live your dream life if you haven’t even taken the time to define it.

You cannot design what you have not defined.

• Define your priorities. In this season, what are the most important priorities right now? What is going to serve you and your family the most? What is going to bring you the most peace right now?

You DO have the ability to create and design whatever life you want. But, you’re gonna have to fight for it. So, start where you are. Start where you can see. Start now. And then watch your confidence compound, your commitment grow, your belief barriers break, and watch your life become the one you designed because of one decision: to start with what you could see.