# 292 Are You Living Life on Autopilot? How to Step Into True Alignment and Experience Your Life Rather than Manage It

Hey Friend! Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions—checking off boxes, fulfilling obligations—but deep down, something feels… off? Like you’re living a life that doesn’t quite fit? If so, you’re not alone. So many of us get caught up in doing what’s expected—what’s practical, what’s responsible—without ever stopping to ask: Is this actually aligned with who I am and what truly matters?

Today, we’re hitting pause on autopilot and diving into what it means to live a life of alignment—one that reflects your deepest values and purpose. We’ll talk about why so many of us end up on the conveyor belt of life instead of navigating with a compass, and how you can reclaim your direction. I’ll break down a simple model to help you realign your life, share an inspiring story about how Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reshaped an entire company by returning to its core values, and—most importantly—give you practical steps to start making changes right now.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure whether your life is moving in the right direction, this episode is for you. So grab your journal, find a quiet space, and let’s get started!

 

"We can either carry the weight of the world or the full weight of joy." ~Tami Imlay

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Key Takeaways:

• Living on autopilot keeps us disconnected from what truly matters.
• The conveyor belt mentality makes us passive participants in life, while a compass mindset allows us to take intentional steps toward fulfillment.
• The AIM Framework for Alignment:
  1️⃣ Awareness – Identify your core values and purpose (What truly matters to you?).
  2️⃣ Intention – Consciously prioritize what aligns with your values (Where are you spending energy that doesn’t serve you?).
  3️⃣ Movement – Take small, consistent actions toward alignment (What’s one step you can take today?).
• Misalignment leads to burnout, resentment, and exhaustion, while alignment brings peace, fulfillment, and impact.
• Inspired by Howard Schultz, former CEO of Starbucks, who realigned his company by returning to its core values—even making bold decisions like closing 7,100 stores in one day for a massive reset.

 

The One Thing You Don’t Want to Miss:

➡️ If you’re waiting for clarity before making a change, you might be waiting forever. The truth? Clarity comes THROUGH action, not before it.

💡Are you in or are you out?

This week, take one bold step toward alignment. Ask yourself:

🔹 Where am I living out of alignment?

🔹 What’s one small shift I can make today to bring my life closer to my values?

Journal Prompt for Reflection:

"If I fully aligned my life with my values, what would my days look like? What would change?"

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