Can buying more and more stuff really make you happier, or is it quietly making life worse? Our modern world pushes the idea that the road to happiness is paved with shopping receipts. Bigger houses, newer phones, more clothes – we’re told these are tickets to a better life. But what if that’s a lie? … Continue reading Why More Stuff Won’t Make You Happy — And What Will
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The Missing Pillar of Financial Wellbeing: Why Spiritual Wellness Matters
Why do so many people with financial success still feel unfulfilled? Is there more to “wellbeing” than stable income and a comfortable lifestyle? In the quest for a happy life, we often chase careers, relationships, and material comforts. Yet, even after checking all those boxes, something intangible can remain missing. Enter spiritual wellbeing – a … Continue reading The Missing Pillar of Financial Wellbeing: Why Spiritual Wellness Matters
Rethinking Retirement Anxiety: A Holistic Perspective on Financial Well-being
A recent study by Standard Life highlights a common concern among millennials—the fear of not saving enough for retirement. While financial preparedness is important, this research appears to frame the issue solely through the lens of product-based financial solutions, omitting crucial elements of human capital, life purpose, and psychological development. To truly empower individuals, we … Continue reading Rethinking Retirement Anxiety: A Holistic Perspective on Financial Well-being
Reclaiming Our True Path: The Ancient Blueprint for Modern Freedom
In an era where global institutions, financial giants, and corporate entities exert increasing control over our lives, many people feel trapped in a cycle that offers little room for true autonomy and self-fulfilment. We are led to believe that the path to success and security lies in following prescribed societal norms—working tirelessly, saving diligently, and … Continue reading Reclaiming Our True Path: The Ancient Blueprint for Modern Freedom
Unlocking Economic Potential Despite Health Impediments
We live in a world where traditional employment structures assume that if health challenges prevent someone from working in a conventional way, their economic contribution must cease, leaving them dependent on state benefits. But in the age of information and remote work, this outdated view no longer holds true. It’s surprising what can be achieved, … Continue reading Unlocking Economic Potential Despite Health Impediments
Breaking Free from the Illusion: A Journey to Authentic Living
Many people today find themselves caught in the system—a vast framework of cultural norms, societal expectations, and inherited beliefs that shape how we see the world. For some, this system offers comfort and stability. For others, it feels like a trap, keeping them from living authentically or fulfilling their true potential. It’s important to understand … Continue reading Breaking Free from the Illusion: A Journey to Authentic Living
The Importance of Qualifications and Professional Body Membership in Life Planning
In a world increasingly dominated by self-proclaimed experts and burgeoning industries promising to guide us through every facet of our lives, it has never been more important to question the credentials and affiliations of those offering their services. Life planning, at its core, deals with the deeply personal intersection of finance, purpose, and well-being. To … Continue reading The Importance of Qualifications and Professional Body Membership in Life Planning
Discover Your Purpose: Unveiling the Four Whys That Drive Your Life
Richard Barrett's Four Whys Process is a transformative tool designed to help individuals uncover their deepest motivations and align their actions with their true purpose. By exploring both internal and external motivations, this method enables you to craft personal mission and vision statements that resonate with your core values and aspirations. Understanding Internal and External … Continue reading Discover Your Purpose: Unveiling the Four Whys That Drive Your Life
Helping Clients Master Their Fears and Unlock Their Potential
As a coach, one of the most important roles you play is to guide your clients in mastering their fear-based secondary motivations so they can fully embrace their primary motivation—their driving purpose and source of fulfilment. By helping them shift their focus and energy away from fear and towards growth, you empower them to thrive … Continue reading Helping Clients Master Their Fears and Unlock Their Potential
Who Am I and Why Am I Here?
In life, the most profound questions often lead us to the greatest clarity: Who am I? and Why am I here? At the Academy of Life Planning, we encourage individuals to explore these questions deeply, using our GAME Plan framework: Goals, Actions, Means, and Execution. This exploration is not just about self-reflection; it’s about defining … Continue reading Who Am I and Why Am I Here?
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