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7 Chapters Interactive Playbook

The Life Design Codex

A 7-chapter workbook of practical activities, reflection and small next steps. Work at your own pace, revisit observations and choose what to share with your coach.

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An interactive digital playbook structured into digestible sequential chapters with multimedia modules and reflection prompts.

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Chapter 1 of 7

Chapter 1: Define what matters now

Define what matters now.

Objective

Define what matters now.

Use recent examples and brief notes. All activities are optional; you can skip a question or return later. Choose what you share. These activities support coaching reflection, not diagnosis or treatment.

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Define what matters now

Rate each area from 0 (little support or satisfaction now) to 10 (well supported or satisfied now). These are personal observations, not test scores; an even shape is not required.

Define what matters now

Rate each area from 0 (little support or satisfaction now) to 10 (well supported or satisfied now). These are personal observations, not test scores; an even shape is not required.

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What do you notice from this activity?

Name one useful pattern, one uncertainty and what they mean for your next choice. Refer to the examples above.

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Choose your next step

Choose a value that deserves more expression in your ordinary week.

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1. The action I choose

Choose a value that deserves more expression in your ordinary week.

2. When and where

Name a realistic occasion or date.

3. Support, consent or fallback

What is needed, and what will I do if capacity changes?

4. Evidence and review date

What will I notice, and when will I decide whether to keep, adapt or stop?

Next: Choose a value that deserves more expression in your ordinary week. Bring what you notice into the next chapter.

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Chapter 2 of 7

Chapter 2: Compare choices with capacity

Compare alternative futures.

Objective

Compare alternative futures.

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Compare alternative futures

Complete one row at a time using a real example. Mark unknown information as unknown rather than guessing.

Row labelPossible directionValue it servesTime and energyTrade-offSmall test
Deepen current path
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Try a different path
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Create space before deciding
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What do you notice from this activity?

Name one useful pattern, one uncertainty and what they mean for your next choice. Refer to the examples above.

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Choose your next step

Choose a reversible test of the direction you know least about.

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1. The action I choose

Choose a reversible test of the direction you know least about.

2. When and where

Name a realistic occasion or date.

3. Support, consent or fallback

What is needed, and what will I do if capacity changes?

4. Evidence and review date

What will I notice, and when will I decide whether to keep, adapt or stop?

Next: Choose a reversible test of the direction you know least about. Bring what you notice into the next chapter.

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Chapter 3 of 7

Chapter 3: Test a small routine

Test a small routine.

Objective

Test a small routine.

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Test a small routine

Follow the steps in order. Use a specific situation and keep each step small enough to try.

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1. Cue

Use a brief example from your situation.

2. Small action

Use a brief example from your situation.

3. Place and time

Use a brief example from your situation.

4. Lower-capacity version

Use a brief example from your situation.

5. Review signal

Use a brief example from your situation.

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What do you notice from this activity?

Name one useful pattern, one uncertainty and what they mean for your next choice. Refer to the examples above.

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Choose your next step

Try the routine on three occasions and observe what helps it fit.

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1. The action I choose

Try the routine on three occasions and observe what helps it fit.

2. When and where

Name a realistic occasion or date.

3. Support, consent or fallback

What is needed, and what will I do if capacity changes?

4. Evidence and review date

What will I notice, and when will I decide whether to keep, adapt or stop?

Next: Try the routine on three occasions and observe what helps it fit. Bring what you notice into the next chapter.

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Chapter 4 of 7

Chapter 4: Protect energy with clear boundaries

Plan an energy boundary.

Objective

Plan an energy boundary.

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Plan an energy boundary

Complete both sides using the same situation. Notice where evidence, needs or perspectives differ.

1. Current demand and effect

Use a brief example from your situation.

2. Boundary I can influence

Use a brief example from your situation.

3. Words I can use

Use a brief example from your situation.

4. Support and fallback

Use a brief example from your situation.

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What do you notice from this activity?

Name one useful pattern, one uncertainty and what they mean for your next choice. Refer to the examples above.

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Choose your next step

Try a boundary appropriate to your situation and review its effect.

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1. The action I choose

Try a boundary appropriate to your situation and review its effect.

2. When and where

Name a realistic occasion or date.

3. Support, consent or fallback

What is needed, and what will I do if capacity changes?

4. Evidence and review date

What will I notice, and when will I decide whether to keep, adapt or stop?

Next: Try a boundary appropriate to your situation and review its effect. Bring what you notice into the next chapter.

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Chapter 5 of 7

Chapter 5: Design active recovery and restorative spaces

Explore restorative activities.

Objective

Explore restorative activities.

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Explore restorative activities

Complete one row at a time using a real example. Mark unknown information as unknown rather than guessing.

Row labelActivity or environmentEnergy beforeEnergy afterPractical accessWhat to keep
Quiet rest
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Gentle movement
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Enjoyable creative time
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What do you notice from this activity?

Name one useful pattern, one uncertainty and what they mean for your next choice. Refer to the examples above.

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Choose your next step

Repeat the activity that felt useful, without prescribing a fixed result.

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1. The action I choose

Repeat the activity that felt useful, without prescribing a fixed result.

2. When and where

Name a realistic occasion or date.

3. Support, consent or fallback

What is needed, and what will I do if capacity changes?

4. Evidence and review date

What will I notice, and when will I decide whether to keep, adapt or stop?

Next: Repeat the activity that felt useful, without prescribing a fixed result. Bring what you notice into the next chapter.

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Chapter 6 of 7

Chapter 6: Nurture relational support and community

Map relational support.

Objective

Map relational support.

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Map relational support

Map the roles or relationships in each area. Use role labels instead of names if you prefer; check assumptions with the people involved.

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1. People I can ask

Use a brief example from your situation.

2. Support I can offer

Use a brief example from your situation.

3. Communities to explore

Use a brief example from your situation.

4. Boundary or consent to discuss

Use a brief example from your situation.

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What do you notice from this activity?

Name one useful pattern, one uncertainty and what they mean for your next choice. Refer to the examples above.

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Choose your next step

Make one specific, manageable request for connection or support.

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1. The action I choose

Make one specific, manageable request for connection or support.

2. When and where

Name a realistic occasion or date.

3. Support, consent or fallback

What is needed, and what will I do if capacity changes?

4. Evidence and review date

What will I notice, and when will I decide whether to keep, adapt or stop?

Next: Make one specific, manageable request for connection or support. Bring what you notice into the next chapter.

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Chapter 7 of 7

Chapter 7: Review and sustain your life architecture

Review your life design.

Objective

Review your life design.

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Review your life design

Complete one row at a time using a real example. Mark unknown information as unknown rather than guessing.

Row labelPracticeEvidence it helpedCost or frictionKeep, adapt or stop
Value-led choice
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Routine or boundary
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Supportive connection
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What do you notice from this activity?

Name one useful pattern, one uncertainty and what they mean for your next choice. Refer to the examples above.

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Choose your next step

Choose two practices to keep and schedule a review next month.

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1. The action I choose

Choose two practices to keep and schedule a review next month.

2. When and where

Name a realistic occasion or date.

3. Support, consent or fallback

What is needed, and what will I do if capacity changes?

4. Evidence and review date

What will I notice, and when will I decide whether to keep, adapt or stop?

Next: Choose two practices to keep and schedule a review next month. Review your observations with your coach or on your chosen review date.

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