Chapter 5

The Pinnacle

Man is made or unmade by himself.

By the right choice, he ascends.

As a being of power, intelligence, and love,

and the lord of his own thoughts,

he holds the key to every situation.

—Sir James Allen

Design Your Ideal Life

When you're at your best, fully thriving, and living in a way that's consistent with who you were born to be, you've achieved what I call The Pinnacle.

The Pinnacle is living at the peak of your existence.

Imagine living without compromise. Imagine fulfilling your dreams and desires, surrounding yourself with people you love, and engaging in activities that bring you the most joy. What would you do each day if you could design your life in any way you choose?

Take a few moments to think about this. I want you to dream.

Now, dream big.

Now, dream even bigger.

Assume there are no barriers to what you want.

If your optimal life is touring the world, then picture yourself sailing on your 300-foot yacht. If it's playing golf every day, then envision yourself playing 18 holes in the morning and 18 in the afternoon. If it's being married to someone you deeply love, having two wonderful kids, and being the CEO of a well-respected company, then create that image in your mind.

Don't hold back. This is your ideal life. Design it however you like, without fear or limits. When you're ready to describe what your optimal life looks and feels like, please do so in the space that follows:

Designing your ideal life is a powerful exercise that enables your ...

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