Discover how to conduct a thorough annual review with 16 reflective questions that inspire self-assessment. Embrace personal growth through the speaker's journey of emotional awareness, parenthood, and creative pursuits. Learn about the art of storytelling as they transition from blogging to public speaking, and explore the impact of social media on engagement. Delve into the complexities of personal growth, lifestyle choices, and financial decisions, all while aiming to align daily actions with your core values for a more fulfilling life.
The annual review process utilizes a structured 16-question framework to encourage deep reflection on personal growth and significant life patterns.
Participants in the review are urged to realign their values and prioritize meaningful experiences over financial success and societal metrics.
Deep dives
Reflective Practices for Annual Review
Conducting an annual review involves a structured reflection process aimed at assessing one's life direction and personal growth. This includes a 16-question framework designed to promote deep contemplation rather than surface-level thinking. Participants are encouraged to take their time answering each question, looking back over the past year by checking calendars and photos to jog their memories. The emphasis is on recognizing patterns and important moments from a broader perspective than just recent experiences.
Celebrating Personal and Professional Wins
Identifying personal and professional wins is a crucial aspect of the annual review process. Notable professional achievements include exceptional outcomes in coaching, where nearly all clients experienced significant positive change, leading to increased fulfillment in their careers and personal lives. On a personal level, a profound milestone was learning to engage with emotions more fully, moving from a cognitive understanding to a visceral experience of feeling. This newfound awareness had a remarkable impact on relationships and overall life satisfaction.
Staying True to Values
In the yearly reflection, the importance of staying true to one's values is underscored through specific commitments. For instance, dedicating time to volunteer in a child's classroom highlighted a commitment to being a present father and nurturing family relationships. Additionally, other values were demonstrated through consistent mentorship of individuals outside the usual coaching demographic, reinforcing these principles in daily life. Even creative endeavors like podcasting were addressed, where maintaining the joy of creation over metrics signifies a commitment to authenticity.
Navigating Financial Perspectives and Challenges
A significant aspect of the discussion involves reevaluating one's relationship with money and the associated identity. A downturn in business profits highlighted a realization that financial success does not define personal worth or identity, prompting a shift from a competitive to a more creative focus. This financial reflection also involves recognizing moments of scarcity thinking that have held back investments in health and wellness, as well as exploring new avenues that prioritize joy over status. Ultimately, the process encourages prioritizing meaningful experiences over financial accumulation, reinforcing the value of simplicity in life.
Modern life doesn’t allow us to take a pause, zoom out and reflect on our lives. We’re always putting out the latest fire drill or reacting to an endless stream of work messages — but how do we know if we’re doing life right? Follow along with this 16-part interactive Q&A. [Episode 80]