Living the life we want to live. The concept of Life Design empowers individuals to live the life they truly desire.
The concept was introduced by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans at Stanford University and elaborated upon in their book ‘Designing Your Life‘
Life Design incorporates design thinking methods and journaling to address significant questions and make important decisions regarding various aspects of one’s life, including education, career, and overall purpose.
Just like when using Google Maps, where you need to know both your desired destination and your current location, the same applies to designing your life.
The initial step involves assessing four crucial areas of your life: health, work, play, and love. Health encompasses emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Work encompasses both paid and volunteer engagements. Play refers to activities pursued purely for enjoyment, and love encompasses relationships with partners, children, friends, and pets.
The objective is to find a harmonious balance among these four areas, with the specific balance being unique to each individual. For example, a younger person may prioritize play, while an older individual may focus more on health.
The underlying belief is that everyone has the capacity to live the life they truly desire.