Dimension 1

Definition: “Survival mode” is the first dimension of life. It is the most basic instinct of all living creatures. When we ensure our own survival we are loving ourselves at the most basic level, our fears and anxieties about our own survival begin to subside.

On a scale of one to 10, how successful are you at this dimension of life?

Dimension 2

2- Body: Taking care of your physical body, through healthy foods, enjoyable exercise and stress reduction skills expands your circle of focus a little larger. You will have more capacity to learn and grow.

On a scale of one to 10, how successful are you at this dimension of life?

Dimension 3

3- Mind: The circle expands as you study and research the things that capture your interest. You discover your gifts and talents, and develop your life purpose.

On a scale of one to 10, how successful are you at this dimension of life?

Dimension 4

4- Spirit: Expansion continues as you realize that you are a creative being and can create the things you want out of life. You connect to “the infinite” and experience a greater capacity for love and acceptance of your true self.

On a scale of one to 10, how successful are you at this dimension of life?

These first four dimensions of life together create “personal well-being.” Your focus is on “self-care.”

How well are you taking care of yourself?

Does your circle of focus ever expand and shift from “self-care” to “serving others.”

How often do you move beyond service to self?

Dimension 5

5- Family: The first four dimensions of life are devoted to “personal well-being.” Your focus is “self.” Dimension 5, 6 and 7 beckons you to enlarge your circle of focus to include others.Our friends and family members are the first people we include in our expanding circle. Such strong bonds of love form, that you realize your happiness depends on their happiness.

On a scale from one to 10 how much have you shifted your focus from serving self to serving others?

Dimension 6

6- Community: As the heart grows in capacity for love we begin to see our fellow man in a new and compassionate light. Everyone we pass catches our attention, as we begin to notice the they have needs just like we do. Our expanding circle has room for strangers.

On a scale of one to 10, how much room do you have for strangers in your life?

Dimension 7

7- Humanity: The ultimate sign of growth and maturity is when we begin to realize that all humans are connected. We call it “humanity.” We all receive energy from the same sun, from nature, from rain, from good food, and good company. We recognize that all people have the same human needs, no matter who they are or where they come from. We are at peace with all people and all things without judgement.

On a scale from one to 10, how connected do you feel with all humanity?