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Deep end... 💪Writing Exercise💪 (wk March 17)
Writing Exercise: "Write Your Own Eulogy—And Live Up to It"
Objective:
This exercise helps you clarify your values, life goals, and the legacy you want to leave behind. By writing your own eulogy, you gain insight into how you want to be remembered and can make intentional choices to align your life with that vision.
‘Write your obituary and figure out how to live up to it’ -- Warren Buffet
Instructions:
💬 Imagine Your Final Tribute
- Picture yourself at your own funeral. Friends, family, and colleagues have gathered to honor your life.
- Who is speaking? What do they say about you?
- What moments and qualities do they highlight?
- Reflect on Your Legacy
🤗 Reflect on Your Legacy
- What impact have you had on the world?
- How have you contributed to others’ lives?
- What values defined you?
✍️ Write Your Eulogy (15-20 minutes)
- Use the perspective of a loved one or mentor delivering the speech.
- Focus on the kind of person you became, not just what you accomplished.
- Include personal anecdotes that capture your essence.
💬 Compare to Your Present Life (10 minutes)
- Where does your current life align—or not—with this vision?
- What changes would you need to make to truly live up to this eulogy?
🧭 Create an Action Plan (Optional)
Choose 2-3 concrete steps to start embodying this version of yourself today.
🦋[BONUS]🦋
Share in the community... either what you wrote... or how this challenge impacted you!!!
🧠Reflection Questions:
- What surprised you about what you wrote?
- How does this exercise shift your priorities?
- What’s one thing you can do this week to start living up to your eulogy?
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Deep end... 💪Writing Exercise💪 (wk March 17)
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