Five-Category Life Score

A personal scoring system to track life progress across 5 key dimensions, checking in quarterly to measure growth and identify areas needing attention.

The Five Categories

• Health - Physical wellbeing and fitness
• Wealth - Financial health and progress
• Fun/Play - Entertainment and adventure elements
• Love - Relationships and connections
• Self-Respect - Personal integrity and self-image
  • Most important category according to creator
  • Only you have full evidence of your actions/choices
  • Measures if you're taking shortcuts or lacking discipline

Scoring System

• Rate each category 1-5
• Assess current state in present moment
• Define what a "5" looks like in each category
  • Envision what perfect looks like
  • Create concrete goals to reach that level
• Review scores every 3 months
  • Check if meters moved up or down
  • Address any declining areas
  • Celebrate progress in improving areas

Purpose

• Acts as "check engine lights" for life
• Helps identify issues before they become problems
• Forces regular reflection on all life dimensions
• Creates accountability through measurement
• Ensures balanced focus across key life areas

Implementation

• Score yourself honestly in each category
• Document what would make each category a "5"
• Set calendar reminders for quarterly reviews
• Take action on low-scoring areas
• Maintain perspective on overall life balance