As we navigate the complexities of modern life, the pursuit of balance can feel like chasing something just out of reach. Marty and I know this feeling well. Even in seasons where everything looks successful on the surface — strong careers, big goals, a busy calendar — it’s easy to feel like one part of life is thriving while another is quietly slipping.
That’s why, before we dive into any planning, we always come back to one thing: the Wheel of Life.
It’s more than a check-in. It’s a mirror showing us where we’re aligned, and where we’re overdue for attention. Whether it’s our health, relationships, finances or personal growth, this tool helps us reset, realign, and step into each new month with clarity and intention.
What is the Wheel of Life?
Conceived by the visionary Paul J. Meyer in the 1960s, the Wheel of Life acts as a mirror, reflecting the various dimensions of our lives—from finances and career to personal growth and relationships. It scores our satisfaction across these domains, aiding in identifying imbalances and crafting actionable steps towards a harmonious life.
Why the Wheel of Life?
The Wheel of Life is universally adaptable, making it an invaluable tool whether you’re a CEO, a stay-at-home parent, or a student on the brink of your career. It's about finding your unique equilibrium. Life's complexities often cloud our awareness, leading to an imbalanced existence where our needs—autonomy, relatedness, and competence—are unmet. The Wheel of Life navigates us back to our intended path, fostering a balanced life that nurtures overall well-being.
Just one of your Performance Planner's Secret Weapons
The Performance Planner incorporates many transformative tools, including the Wheel of Life, transforming it from a mere diary to a powerful performance tool, propelling you towards personal and professional goals. By using all of the tools in your Planner, and assessing and reflecting on each life aspect at the start of every month, you ensure a comprehensive approach to your development and happiness.
How to Use the Wheel of Life Effectively
1. Introduce Yourself to the Wheel: Our Wheel of Life includes segments like Money & Finance, Career & Work, and Spirituality. Understand each represents a crucial aspect of a balanced life.
2. Assess and Reflect: Honestly score each domain of your life. Once completed, look at the outside of the wheel, discuss its overall shape, and consider the total life balance. Then go back to the Wheel of Life example at the front of your Planner and review the additional questions. If you don’t have a Planner yet, don’t stress, you can download the free Wheel of Life PDF. You can always purchase the planner to get the additional materials if you want to go deeper.
3. Set Actionable Goals: Based on your scores, identify specific, measurable, and achievable goals for each segment, aligning with your values and life vision.
4. Implement and Track: The Performance Planner is your accountability partner, keeping you motivated and on track.
5. Reassess and Adapt: Life is dynamic; regularly revisit the Wheel of Life to adjust your scores and redefine your goals.
Embrace the Wheel of Life as your monthly ritual for self-reflection, recalibration, and growth. It’s one of the tools Marty and I return to again and again, not because life is always balanced, but because it reminds us where to begin.
Whether you’re already using a Not Stationary Performance Planner or simply curious about the process, this is your place to start.
📥 Download the free Wheel of Life PDF and take ten quiet minutes to check in with yourself — no pressure, just presence.
And when you’re ready to go deeper, the Performance Planner is here to hold it all — your vision, your values, your daily practices, and the tools to bring them to life.
Because leading a life that’s Not Stationary isn’t just a goal —
It’s a Daily Practice.
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