How to Design a Life You Love—Starting Right Now
⏲️Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes
Published on: February 8, 2021
Updated On: July 11, 2025
Do you ever feel like you're just surviving instead of thriving? Like you’re stuck on autopilot, craving more meaning and freedom—but not sure where to start?
This post is your no-BS guide to shaking off excuses, shifting your mindset, and actually beginning the journey toward the life you know you’re meant to live.
Start Designing a Life You Love
1. Change Your Mindset
Your mindset either fuels your freedom or fuels your fear. That inner voice telling you “you can’t”? It’s a liar. Here’s how to start quieting the doubt and empowering your thoughts:
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Notice the negative voice and challenge it.
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Reframe it: “I don’t know how...yet.”
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Shift into a growth mindset—become the kind of person who’s always learning.
Want more? Tom Bilyeu is a powerhouse on this topic. Watch his impactful videos for major mindset shifts.
2. Ask Empowering Questions
The questions you ask determine the answers you get. Instead of “Why can’t I?” try:
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Who can help me?
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Where can I learn this?
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What if it were easy?
Tony Robbins teaches this best—check out his article on asking better questions.
3. Gain Skills That Support Your Dream
Dreaming is easy. Doing is everything.
Start learning what you need to know:
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Take a course
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Hire a coach
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Watch free tutorials
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Practice every damn day
You are your best investment—period.
4. Take Bold, Imperfect Action
No one is ever truly “ready.” The difference between dreamers and doers? Doers act.
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Start before you’re ready
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Trust that clarity comes from action
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Fail forward, faster
Need a push? Jenna Kutcher and Lori Harder’s podcasts are gold. Hit play and move.
5. Face Your Fears Head-On
Fear isn't your enemy—inaction is. Tim Ferriss’ “Fear Setting” tool helps you map your worst-case scenarios so you can plan, prepare, and move forward with confidence.
Do the exercise here on YouTube.
Closing Thoughts
Designing a life you love doesn’t start someday. It starts now. With one mindset shift. One brave action. One small, intentional step.
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