You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” – Mae West
The Human Being Journal: A Journey To Unleashing Your Full Potential
Life is a delicate balance between who we are and what we do. Often, we get caught up in the pursuit of external markers of success-our careers, relationships, finances, health, and the milestones we achieve along the way. But beneath these tangible achievements lies something deeper: our essence, our spirit, our creativity, and the very core of who we are as human beings.
The Human Being Journal was inspired by our life experiences, and a concept we came across by spiritual leader Eckhart Tolle around what it means to live a fulfilled life as a human being.
Our journal helps people explore both sides of this delicate balance. It is a guide to understanding the human side-our outer lives-and the being side-our inner essence. By exploring both realms, we believe that we can unlock our full potential, living in harmony with ourselves and the world around us.
The Duality of Being Human: The Human Side vs. The Being Side
At its core, The Human Being Journal is about integrating two worlds.
- The Human Side: This is the world of actions, achievements, and earthly identifiers of success. It encompasses everything we do -our careers, our health, our relationships, our finances, our travels, and the communities we engage with. These are the tangible aspects of life that shape our everyday existence.
- The Being Side: This refers to our true essence -the timeless, formless part of us that exists beyond the physical world. This is where our spirit, our creativity, our passion, and our sense of purpose reside. When we align with our being, we tap into a deeper sense of fulfillment and meaning, not driven by external validation but by an inner knowing of who we truly are.
The key to unlocking our fullest potential lies in bridging these two sides-the human and the being. It’s about recognizing the importance of both and aligning them so that your outer life reflects the depth and richness of your inner being.
This is where The Human Being Journal comes in.
Your Monthly Commitment: Consistency and Reflection
The Human Being Journal helps you reflect on your life holistically via a guided journaling process. Every month we invite you to pause, take a moment for your self, and make a monthly commitment to reflect in your journal. Whether you choose the first Sunday of each month or any other consistent time, the goal is to create a routine of reflection and intention-setting.
We recommend setting a reminder, making it part of your monthly rhythm, so that you always return to this powerful tool for personal growth.
Setting Your Word of the Year: A High-Level Guide
One of the first exercises in The Human Being Journal is to choose a word of the year. This word will serve as your guiding light for the months ahead, encapsulating how you want to feel, who you want to be, and the direction you want your life to take. Unlike traditional New Year’s resolutions with vague goals, which we often fail to keep (i.e., “I want to go to the gym more” or “I want to eat healthier”), a guiding word provides a deeper, more holistic framework to help you live a life more aligned to your values. It helps you focus not just on actions but on feelings and aspirations. For example, if you choose the word balance, it might guide you to create a life that integrates work, family, health, and creative pursuits in harmony. Your word becomes a filter through which you can make decisions, big or small, over the course of the year-your very own North Star.
Level-Setting: Understanding Your Current State of Mind
Before you can move forward, it’s important to understand where you are right now. The journal includes a level-setting exercise where you reflect on your current state of mind. This exercise consists of four thoughtful questions that invite you to explore your life’s present reality.
By taking an honest inventory of your current state, you can better chart the course for where you want to go. Without knowing where you are, it’s impossible to know the best route to take.
The Bucket List: Dream Big, Live Fully
Next, The Human Being Journal encourages you to dream big with a bucket list exercise. You’re invited to list 50 items you’d like to achieve or experience in your lifetime. From climbing a mountain to learning a new language or making an impact in your community, these are the aspirations that inspire you to live fully and authentically. This list serves as a reminder that life is not just about ticking off checkboxes; it’s about seeking meaningful experiences that resonate with your soul.
Exploring the 10 Key Elements of the Human Being Experience
The heart of The Human Being Journal lies in its exploration of the 10 key elements that capture the full spectrum of the human being experience. Each of these elements represents a distinct area of your life that contributes to your overall sense of fulfillment and purpose.
- Creativity and Passion: How are you nurturing your creative spirit? What are you passionate about?
- Mind: Are you cultivating a mindful, thoughtful, and clear state of mind?
- Relationships: Are your connections with your romantic partner, family, friends, partners, colleagues, etc. enriching your life? How can it improve?
- Spirit: Are you nurturing your spiritual life, your sense of connection to something greater than yourself? Do you know what you value?
- Finance: What is your relationship with money, and how can you manage it in a way that serves your greater purpose?
- Health: How are you taking care of your body and mind?
- Career: Are you fulfilling your professional ambitions while staying true to your inner self?
- Community: How are you engaging with, and contributing to the communities you’re a part of?
- Travel: How can you expand your horizons and explore the world with intention?
- Giving Back: How are you making a difference in the world around you?
For each of these 10 areas, the journal encourages you to create a vision board, setting a clear, actionable plan to help you achieve your goals. You’ll reflect on where you currently stand in each category, and then define a goal that resonates with your vision. You don’t need to achieve everything at once, but we encourage you to always take stock of where you are at, so you can close the gap between where you are, and where you want to be.
Creating Your Vision and Action Plan
Each section of the journal allows you to dive deeper into these 10 elements, visualizing what success looks like in each area. You’ll create action plans and set specific goals to move closer to the life you envision, whether it’s traveling to new places, nurturing meaningful relationships, or aligning your career with your passion.
This process is about integration. It’s not about achieving superficial success; it’s about creating a life that reflects who you truly are.
The Human Being Journal is more than just a place to jot down thoughts; it’s a powerful tool for self-reflection and growth. It helps you explore the duality of your life-your outer actions and your inner essence-and shows you how to bridge both to create a life that is authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with your deepest values.
Ready to begin your journey? Let The Human Being Journal be your guide.