Ideal End State

The ideal end state is a self-management exercise to define, in plain terms, what "a good life" looks like for you—so goals and routines align with it.

Instead of vague wishes, you write a concrete snapshot of a typical week in your desired future: how you spend time, with whom, what work you do, how health, relationships, learning and finances look and the constraints you accept.

How to do it

1. Pick a horizon (e.g., 3 years)
2. List domains (work, health, relationships, money, play, growth)
3. Describe an ordinary day and week
4. Add observable success criteria (e.g., hours, behaviors, feelings you'd expect)
5. Write non-goals (what you'll stop pursuing)
6. Summarize opportunites in clear gaols