HOWE Q. WALLACE BLOG

A FULL, SATISFYING LIFE – ASK YOURSELF

Joe Ehrmann was a pro football player who spent his adult life coaching football with underprivileged kids. Β His amazing success has been documented in several books.Β  My favorite was β€œSeason of Life” by Jeff Marx.

Ehrmann says there are five questions one must answer to have a full, satisfying life.Β  They are worth considering.

The five β€œI” questions to ask of yourself:

1.Β Identity:Β  Who am I?

  • How do you describe yourself in the world?Β  Your first few words will describe the priorities you have and what you feel you contribute.

2. Integrity:Β  What do I stand for?

  • What can people expect from you?Β  Are you reliable, consistent, accountable?Β  Can others derive what values you hold dear based on the behavior they observe and experience?

3. Intimacy:Β  Who will love me and whom will I love?

  • Do you have deep relationships?Β  Do you care about others in a heartfelt way?

4. Interdependence:Β  Whom will I stand with?

  • Who is on your team?

5. Industry:Β  What can I do with my life?

  • Do you believe that what you do every day matters?

The questions stand alone, not needing much explanation.Β  They provide a meaningful assessment tool. If your life isn’t what you want it to be, I’m believing you can find direction through this self-searching inventory.