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Discoveries

Deep dives into areas
of a fulfilling life

Using Life Intentions Worksheets

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TIME NEEDED: 45 MINUTES

My Life’s
Intentions

Setting intentions and creating conscious goals is a very powerful
practice. When we take the time to consciously reflect on our lives,
what we most desire we start to pay attention to what is important
to us, it creates space in our mind for new possibilities. The very
willingness to go through the process itself is insightful and revealing.
It shows us what our hearts truly desire and how we may want to go
about it in a conscious way.
As you go through this process, remember not to hold yourself too
tightly to your intentions and goals, rather let them be beacons of
light that shine your way and show you that in this vast multitude of
choices you are purposefully choosing a direction.

Reflect on the last 12 months.

What are some things I intended, that happened:

Any suprises that you didn’t intend, but were supportive:

What are some things that I wish would have happened or that I planned and
then did not happen:

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you do when you wake up? Where would you wake up? How would you
spend your morning, afternoon and evening? Who would you surround
yourself with? Have fun with this exercise!

What are single words that describe ways that I imagine myself feeling
& living my ideal day?

Brainstorming

Identify & Investigate your​life’s desires and purpose​s. Review and reference
section 1 for this exercise and use the questions below to guide you.

* What do I truly want in life? * How do I fundamentally want to
* What does living a fulfilling life feel in life?

mean to me? * What is my sense of purpose in life?

My Life’s Intentions Date:

Write down clear actions/intentions that
you want to take based on brainstorming.
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Using Unpacking Life Intentions Worksheets

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TIME NEEDED: 30 MINUTES (OPTIONAL)

Unpacking My Life’s Intentions

For each of the life intentions, take time to reflect and see what things you
may want to do and see what steps you may want to take.

INTENTION: INTENTION:
ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION
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INTENTION: INTENTION:
ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION
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INTENTION: INTENTION:
ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION
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INTENTION: INTENTION:
ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THIS INTENTION
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Using 12-Month Goals Worksheets

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TIME NEEDED: 30 MINUTES

Identifying My
12-Month Goals

Taking time to identify things you have always wanted to do
and bringing focus and priority to them creates a feeling of
empowerment. Clarity and focus. Take time to develop your 12
month goals using this template and have fun while doing this.

Brainstorm things you want to accomplish

Consider this a fun exercise of all the things you want to accomplish.
It can also include things such as having more time to yourself; go
skiing, camping or write a book; or get over a fear… Simply write out
your hearts desires.

Step 1: Identify concrete actions that you plan to DISCOVERIES
take over the next 12 months.
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From the brainstorming, write down actions/intentions that you want
to consider to do in the next 12 months below.

Step 2: Set dates and timeframes to your goals.

This step is optional. You have the opportunity to now put general dates
around goals you feel comfortable with. By doing this you are taking
responsibility for your goals and prioritizing them in your actual life.
Use the grid below as shown in the sample goals to put time frames
around your intentions.

GOAL / ACTION MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH TIME NEEDED: 30 MINUTES (OPTIONAL)

GOAL / ACTION MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH MONTH

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TIME NEEDED: 30 MINUTES (OPTIONAL)

Step 2: Unpacking my 12-month goals

For each of the 12 month goals, you may see value in breaking them
down into smaller sub goals or tasks.

GOAL: GOAL:
TASKS TO COMPLETE TASKS TO COMPLETE
1. 1.

2. 2.

3. 3.

4. 4.

5. 5.

6. 6.

GOAL: GOAL:
TASKS TO COMPLETE TASKS TO COMPLETE
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GOAL: GOAL:
TASKS TO COMPLETE TASKS TO COMPLETE
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6. 6.

Supportive Weekly
Routine

A practical way to keep you on target

You may have some idea about what you want to accomplish in life.
You may even have listed your intentions and goals. However following
through in the day to day can be challenging. This entire journal helps
you do that. This specific section helps you create your own weekly
routine.

Design your weekly routine

In the template for the week provided below, add time blocks, or days
when you will be working on certain things. Think of this as a way
of consciously designing time into your week to allow for things you
want. Let the items below serve as a guide as you develop your own
routine.

* Special Project days/evenings * Cooking Days
* Classes, workout times, daily practices * Groceries & laundry days
* Family, friends & relationship time * Leisure time, nature time, open time
* Weekly reflection time * Try something new day

Note: Think of this exercise as a way to define structure but use it in a way that
balances flow and structure. Try not to pack too much into your week, keep it
relatively open. Pay more attention to things you tend to miss. E.g., It could be
friends time. Or working on a special project. Maybe set a day or afternoon aside for
such activities.

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EVENING

LUNCH

MORNING

SUN. SAT. FRI. THU. WED. TUE. MON.

Using Fears & Blocks Worksheets

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Using Fears & Blocks Worksheet

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TIME NEEDED: 45 MINUTES

Conquering
Fears & Blocks

Deep dive into my fears, blocks & negative patterns.

Fears, blocks and challenging situations hold something very
important in them. They are the keys to our growth. They challenge
us to find our edges and move beyond them. In this section we will
first identify some of our fears, blocks etc and then take a deeper
look at a few. On the flip side, if we fail to honor them, they have a
tendency of ruling our lives. Some patterns can harmonize quickly
while others can be a lifetime of work, therefore being patient is a
wise approach.

Step 1: Identifying our major mental blocks that
are keeping you from enjoying a richer life.

Use the section below to identify some of your major challenges,
indulgences, emotional blocks etc or copy items from the fears and
blocks list in the reminders section. Use the bullets below for guidance
in identifying your patterns.

* Fears * Addictions * Challenging Situations
* Emotional blocks * Indulgences
* Negative Habits * Destructive Patterns

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questions to get a deeper insight into them.

Use the following pages to tackle patterns one at a time. Quick tip:
try starting small with only a couple patterns. This is hard work and
difficult to take on all at once!

Name of Pattern/Fear

What specific actions/behaviours define this pattern?

How specifically is this habit not serving (harming) you?

Most patterns disconnect us from the present moment.
Can you identify how this pattern maybe disconnecting you?

Many patterns tend to cover an underlying, unaddressed fear.
Can you identify that fear?

All patterns, even negative ones, have a benefit they provide.
See if you can identify this benefit.

How will you know when this pattern has been harmonized (be specific)?

How are you​proposing to work with this pattern​and harmonize it?
Below are ideas that may provide insight.

* Take action that will help create a * Practice Acceptance//Mindfulness
healthy pattern in this situation. * Join a relevant support group
* Read/learn more about this topic
* Practice specific Affirmations * Attend a workshop/training
* Perform specific Prayers * Work/Volunteer with people who
* Practice specific meditation
* Seeking professional help struggle with the same challenge

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As we don’t engage in old non serving behaviours, we find ourselves having
extra time, mental space and energy on our hands. It’s important to think
through various ways of using this time in a better or more serving way

Name of Pattern/Fear

What specific actions/behaviours define this pattern?

How specifically is this habit not serving (harming) you?

Most patterns disconnect us from the present moment.
Can you identify how this pattern maybe disconnecting you?

Many patterns tend to cover an underlying, unaddressed fear.
Can you identify that fear?

All patterns, even negative ones, have a benefit they provide.
See if you can identify this benefit.

How will you know when this pattern has been harmonized (be specific)?

How are you​proposing to work with this pattern​and harmonize it?
Below are ideas that may provide insight.

* Take action that will help create a * Practice Acceptance//Mindfulness
healthy pattern in this situation. * Join a relevant support group
* Read/learn more about this topic
* Practice specific Affirmations * Attend a workshop/training
* Perform specific Prayers * Work/Volunteer with people who
* Practice specific meditation
* Seeking professional help struggle with the same challenge

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As we don’t engage in old non serving behaviours, we find ourselves having
extra time, mental space and energy on our hands. It’s important to think
through various ways of using this time in a better or more serving way

Name of Pattern/Fear

What specific actions/behaviours define this pattern?

How specifically is this habit not serving (harming) you?

Most patterns disconnect us from the present moment.
Can you identify how this pattern maybe disconnecting you?

Many patterns tend to cover an underlying, unaddressed fear.
Can you identify that fear?

All patterns, even negative ones, have a benefit they provide.
See if you can identify this benefit.

How will you know when this pattern has been harmonized (be specific)?

How are you​proposing to work with this pattern​and harmonize it?
Below are ideas that may provide insight.

* Take action that will help create a * Practice Acceptance//Mindfulness
healthy pattern in this situation. * Join a relevant support group
* Read/learn more about this topic
* Practice specific Affirmations * Attend a workshop/training
* Perform specific Prayers * Work/Volunteer with people who
* Practice specific meditation
* Seeking professional help struggle with the same challenge

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As we don’t engage in old non serving behaviours, we find ourselves having
extra time, mental space and energy on our hands. It’s important to think
through various ways of using this time in a better or more serving way



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