Stanford Webinar: Designing Your Life - How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life

[@DanielL143]

Bill mentions that the path that led him to success included 1 - making choices, 2 - putting himself in a context which supplied opportunities and 3 - luck; he forgets to mention 4 - privilege (a highly significant form of luck); how many of us could even think about choosing to go to Stanford or going to Harvard; this is not a criticism (I love this video and am grateful for the advice that i wish i had when i was young and am still hoping that it is not too late to apply even though it is late in the game for me) - its just an observation for the general population and a slight refinement of the ingredients that it takes to bake the cake (it helps to have a stove). Thanks Bill - I'm going to buy your book and give it to my nephew - who is lost.

[@DougRigsby-tf2xw]

Great points. Maybe better for those starting out. Once you’ve been in a career with family, life has a way of creating boundaries. I’ve attempted many times to break out and do something different only to find myself unable to change. Interviewing for a career with experience in a different area yet same industry, likely you will be judged on your experience rather than your ability and willingness for change.

[@misyelvids]

Thank you for releasing such great content. I just wish the audio was clearer. :-(

[@davidcritics5829]

Good way to take the project management skills we learn and use at work and apply them to the rest of our lives.

[@benschewe3452]

Great webinar! I experienced the power of working during my “FLOW-Time” myself. Greets from Hamburg and thanks for sharing!

[@yuliyaruzhechka4059]

That's one of the best videos I've ever seen on life design. Inspiring and concrete at the same time. Thank you so much.

[@shreeabraham]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 01:08 🎨 *Applying Design Thinking to Life Design* - Applying design thinking principles to life design. - Can design thinking be used to address the challenge of designing a meaningful life? - Exploring the concept of reframing life questions using design thinking principles. 03:07 🔄 *Reframing the "What do I want to be when I grow up?" Question* - Reframing the question "What do I want to be when I grow up?" to "What do I want to grow into as I explore the rest of my life?" - The universality of the question about life purpose and direction. - Introducing the concept of reframing as a method for approaching life design. 06:20 📊 *Impact of Designing Your Life Course* - Measuring the impact of the "Designing Your Life" course. - Increased confidence in exploring careers and making decisions. - Reduction in dysfunctional beliefs and enhancement in the ability to identify and achieve occupational goals. 07:45 🚫 *Challenging Dysfunctional Beliefs* - Challenging dysfunctional beliefs about finding one's passion and knowing the future path. - Debunking the myth that there's a singular version of oneself that needs to be optimized. - Encouraging individuals to embrace multiple interests and career paths. 14:26 🌟 *Enhancing Meaning and Decision-Making* - Integrating a meaning-making layer with design thinking principles. - Encouraging individuals to seek moments of flow in their careers and lives. - Emphasizing the importance of reflection and journaling to enhance self-awareness and decision-making. 18:25 🎯 *Finding Meaning in Work* - Finding enjoyment and meaning in your work is crucial for a fulfilling life. - Many people are disengaged from their work, leading to dissatisfaction and dysfunction. - Flow states can indicate meaningful work, where tasks energize rather than drain you. 19:28 🔄 *Managing Energy Instead of Time* - Traditional time management systems may not capture how you feel about tasks. - Reframing time management as energy management helps prioritize tasks based on their impact on your energy levels. - Charting activities based on their energy impact can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling schedule. 24:51 🧠 *Understanding Attention and Energy* - The brain consumes a disproportionate amount of energy compared to its size, highlighting the importance of where you direct your attention. - Being mindful of what you pay attention to can significantly impact your perception of reality and your overall well-being. - Recognizing positive and negative energy loads on your attention can help you optimize your engagement and productivity. 36:19 🤔 *Reflecting on Career Choices* - Cautionary tales of successful but unhappy individuals stuck in careers they dislike. - Importance of engaging in the design process before committing to a career path. - Utilizing informational interviews and prototypes to explore future possibilities. 38:17 🛠️ *Prototyping Your Future* - Learning from individuals already living analogous futures. - Importance of low-threat experimentation and prototyping in career exploration. - Concept of narrative resonance in aligning with a desired future. 41:07 💰 *Money and Happiness* - Discussion on the role of money in career satisfaction and happiness. - The hedonic treadmill and the diminishing returns of pursuing wealth for happiness. - Emphasis on purpose, autonomy, and mastery as drivers of fulfillment in work. 48:15 🔄 *Feedback and Metrics in Career Design* - Importance of self-empathy and assessing emotional and intellectual states in career activities. - Seeking feedback from the world on the reception of one's work. - Metrics including flow state frequency, energy levels, and financial compensation in evaluating career alignment. Made with HARPA AI

[@DanNavon-b7r]

So useful! So wonderful!

[@thebonnibelle]

This was a great webinar. Can't wait to get the book. Thank you!

[@lera-f9y]

Thank u❤❤❤❤

[@ElviraZee]

Interesting video, thank you! Though the sound is terrible indeed :/

[@Jessica-tz3wb]

this is so helpful

[@daniellenotti2005]

Very interesting lecture, good ideas and grear sensitivity

[@alfredhitchcock45]

Unavailable best is the enemy of all available betters 1. Meaning Making 2. Discovery and Support Flow journal 2 types of Noticing: 1. Meditation - in the here and now 2. Retrospect California New Age energy sort of thing

[@noeldsouza7910]

Only if this video was available 25 years earlier... It's never too late, though...

[@albertstein7433]

Any ideas where the "learn more" link is gone on the Stanford Webpage?

[@kristelpujay5237]

WOW !!!

[@vintagetrailerlady]

This is such a great Webinar. Are we able to share outwardly?

[@kombinatsiya6000]

Wtf, how was this comment written 2 weeks ago when the video was uploaded today??

[@pegdimarco5316]

I did something similar with Avasva solutions.