[CaptainRich]

1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life?


2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?


3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?


4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?


5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?


6. What is your personal definition of success?


7. What is your personal definition of failure?


8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?


9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?


10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?


Gary Ryan Blair, GoalsGuy.com

[Clough]

Hi, CaptainRich!

So, what is the purpose to posting these questions, please?

I can see that they would be good for someone wanting to do some introspection as well as reflection and perhaps planning for the future based upon the answers that a person might have for the questions.

Thanks!

[NeedKarma]

That's similar to a pub thing we do sometimes after people have a few. You ask the question: You've won $20 million. You've built your house, bought the cars, took the trips, doled out some money to family members and you still have $10 million left... now what? How do you occupy your time?
It gives you some good insight into people.

[CaptainRich]

......what is the purpose to posting these questions, please?

Exactly, for now...

[ISneezeFunny]

1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life?
2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?
3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?
4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?
5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?
6. What is your personal definition of success?
7. What is your personal definition of failure?
8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?
9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?
10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?

1. bacon. Lots of bacon.
2. it's pretty much perfect as it is. Granted, getting into med school would be a plus, but... then, sleepless nights, studying 16 hours a day... doesn't sound too perfect, does it?
3. I already have everything I want.. . perhaps a car garage with the most exquisite cars in the world... and a few motorcycles... maybe a few extra 0's in my bank account... then I'm set for life.
4. it looks... like the life I currently live... + cars... + bacon. Lots of bacon.
5. orthopedic surgeon.
6. finally getting into med school.
7. not getting into med school... but I'd consider that just a setback. I'd try again.
8. a warm bed. A good cigar. A good glass of whiskey. And good music on my mp3, while smoking a good cigar, while sipping on a good glass of whiskey, while enjoying the view of the atlanta skyline from my balcony.
9. doing everything I can to restore my current life.
10. Hmm. I think I have to focus more. When I'm on my "A" game, I'm on fire. But being on my A game is so tiring :(

[ISneezeFunny]

That's similar to a pub thing we do sometimes after people have a few. You ask the question: You've won $20 million. You've built your house, bought the cars, took the trips, doled out some money to family members and you still have $10 million left...now what? How do you occupy your time?
It gives you some good insight into people.

Often the question my friends and I have of corporate CEOs. They make 70 mil a year, have multiple vacation homes, private jets, cars, not to mention MILLIONS in stocks, investments, mutual funds... then they ask for a 10 million bonus.. . WHY?!

So. Say I won 20 mil. I bought a few houses, bought a few for my parents, bought the cars, took the trips, doled out money to my family, and I have about 10 left...

I'd take half of it and put it in secure investments (... the select few that is left), and then put another 5 in starting a few upscale restaurants.

[CaptainRich]

Secure investments? What would that be?
I'd like to set up a trust for my granddaughter.
Teach people of any income level how to save for the future. Or there won't be one...

[ISneezeFunny]

My current idea of a secure investment is either a trust or just keep money in a safe deposit box.

... stocks... nope.
... mutual funds... nah.
... real estate!. buahhahhh

[NeedKarma]

often the question my friends and I have of corporate CEOs. They make 70 mil a year, have multiple vacation homes, private jets, cars, not to mention MILLIONS in stocks, investments, mutual funds...then they ask for a 10 million bonus. ...WHY?!?

I'm with you there. I think the answer lies in a mix of greed, the want of power and a misplaced sense on entitlement mixed with a lack of empathy.

... then put another 5 in starting a few upscale restaurants.

See, there's your answer. :) I bet you have a hobby that relates to that.

[ISneezeFunny]

I currently own a fast food place here in atl.

... oh, and I go out to eat a lot. There's your hobby.

[CaptainRich]

...oh, and I go out to eat a lot. There's your hobby.

I love to eat, too! Where in atl is your place? I may have to come visit you! :)

Eating seems more of a part time job than a hobby! For me, that is: when I finish eating one meal, I calculate how long till I eat again.
And what's on the menu next! :cool:

Still, I think asking these questions once in a while makes me take a little more time looking at things and assessing value.

And, I think some type of real estate is almost always a good investment.
Certainly now, while price have adjusted in my area.

[excon]

Hello Cap'n:

1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life?

Good marijahoochie.

2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?

Me, laying on the couch, with a bag of Fritos.

3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?

A couple pounds, maybe more.

4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?

Well, I'd have a cup of coffee when I got up... Then I'd get stoned.

5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?

Pot farmer.

6. What is your personal definition of success?

NOT going to jail.

7. What is your personal definition of failure?

Uhhh, going to jail.

8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?

Northern Lights, Kush, Train Wreck, and some good Afghani hash.

9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?

Getting up to fix dinner.

10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?

I got to get off the couch...

excon

[cozyk]

1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life?


2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?


3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?


4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?


5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?


6. What is your personal definition of success?


7. What is your personal definition of failure?


8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?


9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?


10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?


Gary Ryan Blair, GoalsGuy.com

1. Peace
2. It would look like everyone that I love was happy, healthy, and doing well in their lives.
3. Joy
4. I would be going into homes and redecorating using the things they already own, and coming up with a whole new look.
5. See # 4
6. Inner peace and joy
7. Not having a good relationship with my children
8. Having my whole family under my roof, safe and sound, settling in for the evening.
9. Eating too much
10. Staying off the net

[frangipanis]

Nice one..

1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life?

To be loved and safe with someone for the rest of my life and to enjoy my children's happiness

2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?

Living in a comfortable big hut with the one I love, with lots of fresh fruit and an ocean view


3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?

An ocean view


4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?

Paul Gauguin's 'Hail Mary' (attached)


5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?

Making a positive contribution to others


6. What is your personal definition of success?

Knowing I'm loved for always and my children are happy.


7. What is your personal definition of failure?

The opposite of that.


8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?

Being immersed in and at one with nature, my lover's gaze, childrens' smile, and friends touch.

9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?

Working for someone else.

10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?

Day dreaming far too much and coffee :)



Gary Ryan Blair, GoalsGuy.com

[greatodie]

These basic questions are quite interesting ,let me try to answer them, answers are in context my own thinking system not universal !


1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life?

Ans :nothing!


2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?

Ans: Nothing!


3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?

ANs :Nothing!


4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?
ANs :Nothing!

5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?

Ans :nothing!
6. What is your personal definition of success?
Ans :nothing!

7. What is your personal definition of failure?

Ans :nothing!
8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?
Ans :nothing!

9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?

Ans :nothing!
10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?
Ans :nothing!

Gary Ryan Blair, GoalsGuy.com[/QUOTE]

[startover22]

[QUOTE=CaptainRich;1511124]1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life?

I want to feel comfortable... in every part of my life

2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?

My life would be healthy, fun, responsible, and relaxing.


3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?

Retirement and college paid for for my kids and theirs..

4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?

I would live in a quaint coastal town, I would volunteer feeding the elderly or holding babies, I would be getting a great nights sleep every day!


5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?

I want to hand out money and pick the people I do it for... LOL


6. What is your personal definition of success?

Being comfortable with myself, being a great mom and being a good hearted woman.


7. What is your personal definition of failure?

Knowing I am wrong and doing it anyway.


8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?

Relaxation with my kids

9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?

Only a couple people know the answer to that.


10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?

Smoking, cleaning...

Captain, not sure if this were to be financial or emotional??

[CaptainRich]

10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?

Captain, not sure if this were to be financial or emotional???

Neither is specified.
Neither is eliminated.

It's more about what we perceive as our own success.
Some need (or want!) both.
I want one of everything and a place to put it! Hehe

[Jake2008]

1. What is it that you really want in every part of your life? Simplicity


2. If your life were perfect in every respect, what would it look like?

An open field of wildflowers, perfect sunny days, stary nights.


3. If you had everything that you could possibly want, what would you have?

The chance to do it all over again.


4. If you could design your ideal lifestyle, what would it look like?

No electronics, more animals, a big country lot, isolation from day to day stress. I guess one big holiday!


5. If you could design your ideal career, what would it be?

I would want to be Queen of the World, for just ONE day...


6. What is your personal definition of success?

Satisfaction in achieving a task, despite the obsticles and coming out the other side a better person for it.


7. What is your personal definition of failure?

Not staying focused, and allowing others to decide my direction.


8. What makes you happy and fills you with peace?

My bike, and my pets.


9. What would you no longer be doing if your life were perfect in every respect?

Worrying.


10. What habits must you surrender in order to achieve greater success?

Folding into the mainstream, going with the negative flow, and selling out my morals.