First, cross of the words that you don’t want in your QOL statement.  Next, circle the ones that resonate with you and you may want to include.  Finally, try to cut the list to 10 or 12 that will be used to begin writing your QOL statement.  Once you have 10 or so key words, start writing a QOL statement using these words. 

 

debt free                   comfortable               freedom/opportunity

health                      fun                         financial security

spiritual fulfillment        community connection   challenge

personal growth          contribution               recognition

close family               open communication     connection with neighbors

family work together     time for rest               meaningful work

learning                    companionship            welcoming home

excited about work       excited about play        live simply

content                    secure                     serene

happy                      joyous                     satisfied

good relationship          productive                 stable

without restrictions       wealthy                    successful

ethical                      change                     famous

helping others             honest                     independent

adventure                  privacy                    service

religion                     reputation                  sophistication

status                      wisdom                    order

tranquility                  loyalty                     integrity

physical challenge        pleasure                    affection

creativity                  expertise                   fast-paced

excitement                 cooperation                knowledge

leadership                  inner harmony            nationalistic

compassion               truth                       patriotic

idealistic                   laughter                    open

promote                   fun environment          options

breathe                     grounded                  redefined success

soul                        eat well                    community self-reliance

live free                    connected                 love

power                      respect                     ecological balance

diversity                   culture                     ambition