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Journal Prompt #36 (from the Archives)

What do you want to be known for when you die?

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Kristin Vanderlip
Nov 10, 2023
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In the early years of parenting, I was given advice that has stuck with me and shaped how I parent and live:

Begin with the end in mind.

This prompt invites you to do that. Think about the end of your life (spend time in future-oriented contemplation) and then consider what you can do today to start living in that direction (spend time in present-oriented…

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