Get Clear on What Needs Your Attention This Year

It’s completely normal to move through seasons where some parts of your life feel as though they’re running smoothly, while others seem to slip into the background or lose their sense of balance. When that happens, it can create a kind of inner tension that leaves you feeling stretched, unsettled, or unsure about where to direct your energy next. If you’ve been hoping to feel calmer, more organised, more grounded, more fulfilled, and more in control this year, there’s a simple tool that can help you understand where you are right now and where you might want to focus, and we’d love to share it with you.

Why Balance Can Feel So Difficult to Achieve

All of us have areas of life that matter to us - health, relationships, work, fun, growth, and more - but the truth is, “perfect balance” isn’t something that most people ever achieve. Life shifts, priorities change, and certain seasons of life require more from you in one area than another.

What is possible though, is creating a life where the areas that matter most to you are receiving enough attention at the time, that you feel supported and steady, rather than being stretched too thin. , Achieving that starts with identifying what’s currently feeling neglected, and that's where the tool we mentioned comes into play.

The Tool: The Wheel of Life

One of the most widely used coaching tools for gaining clarity on what life areas may need some attention, or to understand why life may feel unbalanced, is called The Wheel of Life. It’s simple, visual, and incredibly effective at helping you see which areas are thriving and which ones need more attention.

Think of it as a compass that points you toward what will make the biggest positive impact in your life right now.

How the Wheel of Life Works

The Wheel of Life is divided into 10 key areas, with each section representing an important part of life:

• Family & Friends
• Growth & Education
• Spirituality
• Finances
• Career / Business
• Significant Other / Romance
• Fun & Recreation
• Contribution & Giving
• Health
• Physical Environment

You can see these illustrated below:

To use the wheel:

1. Imagine the centre is 0 (not satisfied at all).
2. Imagine the outer edge is 10 (completely satisfied).
3. Rate each area of your life based on how satisfied you feel right now.
4. Mark each rating on the corresponding spoke.
5. Join the dots to create the “shape” of your wheel.

This shape is a snapshot of your life today. 

Here’s an example of a completed wheel:

A Quick Guide to Each Section

Family & Friends – How satisfied are you with your relationships, support network, and connections?

Growth & Education – Do you feel challenged, inspired, and growing? Or stagnant?

Spirituality – How connected do you feel to yourself and to something greater (whatever that is for you)?

Finances – Are you comfortable with your income, money habits, savings, and financial security?

Career / Business – How fulfilled and satisfied are you in your work or business life?

Significant Other / Romance – How satisfied are you with your intimate relationship—or the process of finding one if that’s what you want?

Fun & Recreation – How much joy, play, and lightness do you have in your life right now?

Contribution & Giving – Do you feel that you’re making a meaningful impact beyond yourself?

Health – How do you feel physically, mentally and emotionally?

Physical Environment – How satisfied are you with your home, workspace and the places where you spend your time?

Now It’s Your Turn

Take a moment now to complete your own wheel. Don’t overthink it - your first instinct is usually the most accurate reflection of how you’re truly feeling.

Once you’ve rated all 10 areas and drawn your wheel, take a step back.

What Does Your Wheel Reveal?

If this was an actual wheel on a car, would you have:

• a smooth, stable ride?
• a few bumps you could work on?
• or a wheel that’s so uneven that the journey feels bumpy and shaky?

Your wheel may show that some parts of your life are thriving, while one or two are seriously under-supported. That’s powerful information because it tells you exactly where to focus your energy to create more satisfaction and stability.

Turning Insight Into Action

Once you’ve identified the areas of your life with the lowest satisfaction, the next step is to turn those insights into practical steps you can actually take. Start by getting clear on how you want those areas to feel. What would a sense of balance, satisfaction, or ease look like for you in that part of your life?

Once you have that vision, break it down into small, intentional actions. Rather than trying to overhaul everything at once, consider tiny changes that can be integrated into your daily or weekly routine. It could be as simple as setting aside 10 minutes a day to focus on a neglected priority, creating a new habit, or reaching out for support in a specific area.

Track your progress and reflect regularly. Notice what’s working and where you might need to adjust. Often, these small, thoughtful steps create a ripple effect that brings a bigger shift over time than any dramatic change could. By consistently focusing on what matters most, you gradually bring your life more in line with the balance and satisfaction you’re aiming for.

We recommend revisiting the Wheel of Life at least once a year, because your life and priorities naturally change. Returning to it regularly gives you a simple way to realign with what matters most and move forward with clarity. It’s a gentle reminder that you get to choose where your energy goes, and improve how your life feels as a result.