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NORTH STAR / EXERCISE 02

Meet the Nine Areas of Life

See where your ideas fit

Sort your ideas into nine parts of life, so you can see what each one means to you.

One idea may fit more than one area. You choose the one that matters most.

Choose one area for one possibility. You may leave the rest unsorted.

Bring earlier answers with me

Where do my possibilities belong?

These nine areas help you see the parts of life your ideas could nourish. Write an idea in the box that feels right. You can use more than one box, change your mind, or leave it unsorted.

Help me find a home for an idea

Hints use a few common words. They may miss your meaning. Your reason matters most, and nothing is moved until you choose.

Vitality

Body, health, movement and energy.

Ideas: Sleep well. Walk regularly. Learn to swim.

Inner Life

Feelings, beliefs, reflection and peace.

Ideas: Meditate. Keep a journal. Make time for prayer.

Relationships

People, connection and belonging.

Ideas: Visit family. Make a friend. Share a meal.

Purpose

Work and contributions that feel worthwhile.

Ideas: Find meaningful work. Start a project you care about.

Creation

Making, expressing and bringing ideas to life.

Ideas: Take pottery. Write a poem. Make music.

Resources

Time, money and tools that support your life.

Ideas: Build savings. Make a budget. Protect free time.

Environment

Home, spaces and surroundings.

Ideas: Create a calm bedroom. Grow a garden.

Exploration

Learning, curiosity and discovery.

Ideas: Visit Japan. Learn Spanish. Explore a new trail.

Legacy & Service

Helping others and what you give.

Ideas: Volunteer. Mentor someone. Cook for a neighbor.
Earlier single-idea notes

Answers save in this browser on this device. Clearing browser data can remove them. Keep a printed copy of anything you want to keep.

Open an earlier entry

Keep a copy or work on paper

The complete exercise includes a cover, instructions and three sheets with all nine areas. Reprint any sheet whenever you need more space.

Continue with what you have

Keep your original words and chosen areas. Recognize Life Quests and Side Quests helps you distinguish a direction from an experience you can complete.

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