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> Regular self-reflection is essential for living a meaningful and purposeful life. Asking yourself seven intentional questions each day can help clarify your priorities and decisions. By taking time to reflect, you can ensure your actions align with what truly matters to you.
## Highlights
I thought I was too busy for something as trivial as “self-reflection” but now I know its one of the most valuable things I can do with my time, and for you as well. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85trb36ydy64sbw670rqy75))
I thought I was too busy for something as trivial as “self-reflection” but now I know its one of the most valuable things I can do with my time, and for you as well. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85trb36ydy64sbw670rqy75)) ^029f29
1. Why am I doing this?
This is a deceptively simple yet very powerful question to ask yourself. I think too often we assume we know why we do what we do, but when we carve out time to sit and reflect, the truth can surprise us. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85ttaxs6xp6dyt426kv53re)) [[journaling/prompt]]
This is a deceptively simple yet very powerful question to ask yourself. I think too often we assume we know why we do what we do, but when we carve out time to sit and reflect, the truth can surprise us. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85ttaxs6xp6dyt426kv53re)) [[journaling/prompt]] ^78caa2
It might save you ten minutes on a Monday morning, or ten years spent chasing a goal you dont even really want. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85txf1x20mpd5dtfsex667w))
2. Who am I doing this for? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85x45h66bevcpas8kb7jn36)) [[journaling/prompt]]
2. Who am I doing this for? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85x45h66bevcpas8kb7jn36)) [[journaling/prompt]] ^0ea258
This is a good question to ask yourself regularly when you feel your priorities are out of alignment. It can help shine a light on where you need stronger [personal boundaries](https://www.simplyfiercely.com/personal-boundaries/). [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85x6nevt1a156g7tvrkar7w))
But I should also point out that self-reflection isnt about judging yourself or others. Instead, its about honesty; knowing why you do what you do and who you do things for, so you can [make intentional decisions about how to invest your time, money and energy](https://www.simplyfiercely.com/intentional-time-money-energy/). [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85x70r7rxh41qz1tcm196qs))
3. Is there a simpler way? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85xafyt9wnwf26pf711mjd2)) [[journaling/prompt]]
3. Is there a simpler way? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85xafyt9wnwf26pf711mjd2)) [[journaling/prompt]] ^3b92eb
Taking just five minutes to ask the question and look for a simpler way has saved me countless hours throughout my life. (And Ill also admit that sometimes it happens in reverse —Id spend hours doing something and then realise I made it harder than need be!) [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85xe88z59xav5x5n16yee9k))
4. How does this add value to my life? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85xqetvfmrkt17gwaxx8ssh)) [[journaling/prompt]]
4. How does this add value to my life? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85xqetvfmrkt17gwaxx8ssh)) [[journaling/prompt]] ^de9f88
We trade away our precious lives in little moments ... we often spend our *lives* on things that give us little value in return.
if you cant quickly explain in very specific terms how something is adding value to your life, then odds are it isnt. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85xtzjn34ra2xt29zyevsw4))
5. What am I giving up? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85y3wdwgy2mbpkh1pygyevt)) [[journaling/prompt]]
5. What am I giving up? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85y3wdwgy2mbpkh1pygyevt)) [[journaling/prompt]] ^8419b3
you put a name to the tradeoffs associated with any decision [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85y5pfvpjm9mzm49bgc4kya))
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Or when you feel more positive emotions—why? What can you learn from your feelings and how can you apply what you learn in your everyday life? How can you be intentional about creating the life you want? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85yak4qe3qzhdqnnp65nr74))
7. Am I being honest with myself? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85yapckfm2deazf2qfdadx8)) [[journaling/prompt]]
7. Am I being honest with myself? [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85yapckfm2deazf2qfdadx8)) [[journaling/prompt]] ^b44977
Finally, its important to check that youre being honest with yourself, because if youre not, none of your other answers really matter. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j85ye7w6zca1hjwcaqxmp2zt))