This Codex Vitae, or “book of life”, is a collection of my beliefs and concepts that inform my decisions and life. It is a work in constant flux; as my understanding changes, so will my beliefs. The main purpose of this document is to (1) pull my beliefs into the light where I can questions them more effectively and (2) to share philosophies, concepts, tools, and inspiration that have been helpful to me.
How to Use This Codex
If you are Heath:
- Develop a habit of using the Codex as a repository for beliefs that develop throughout the year.
- Consider doing a monthly review of whether my life is in alignment with values and beliefs. If not, should my behaviour change or have my understanding and values changed?
- Do a yearly review in January of the entire document, editing places where beliefs have changed. Expect beliefs and tactics to change — don’t hold on to them too rigidly.
If you are not Heath:
- Read this with the understanding that you are different than Heath— the way he lives his life is not the way you should live yours.
- Consider creating your own Codex Vitae. Feel free to copy anything here that is helpful.
In General
Meta-beliefs
Beliefs about beliefs.
- What you believe affects the way you see the world.
- We all come from our own perspectives, and bring our own experiences. There is always another point of view.
- Every thought and idea builds on what came before it. Nothing is truly original.
- We lived in an imagined reality, or myth, that we all have to believe and agree on, for the world to function.
Principles
Fundamentals that guide my life.
- You are responsible. Always.
- “Luck is where preparation and opportunity meet” – Seneca
- Show early, show often.
- “Naming is the orgin of all particular things” Tao Te Ching
Selfcare
Productivity
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Food
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Physical Fitness
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Intoxicants (Drugs, Alcohol, etc.)
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Mental and Emotional Wellness
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Relationships
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Material World
Abode
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Money
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Consumerism
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Work
Career
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Business
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Learning
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Passion Projects
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Philosophy
Society
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Politics
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Predictions
Beliefs
Pre-Decisions
Aspirations
Influences
Concepts
Philosophies or ideas I espouse.
Books, Media
Books and other media that have impacted my believes.
Quotations
Quotes and mottos to live by.
Inspirational Lives
People who’s lives or work inspire me in mine.
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