Self reflection is one of the most important things you can do in your life. Acknowledging and reflecting on where you are is the first step to building a path to the future that you want. The wheel of life was created by Paul Meyer, who’s purpose was to Motivate people to their full potential.

It’s been been used by millions all over the world as a way to assess where they are in their lives, there’s been many variations over the years with different categories but the core purpose is still the same - to help us understand ourselves, acknowledge where we are and set direction for our futures.

This template is an easy to use version of the wheel of life assessment, simply answer the questions in the table below with a score of 1-10 and it will automatically create a total score and visualise your results to give you clarity on where you are with your life and help you build a plan forward.

Instructions

Sit down, grab a hot drink and take the time to think about the different parts of your life.
Put in your scores (1-10) for the three questions and check your initial scores.
Use the score chart on the right, to see if it makes sense and adjust where needed.
Start thinking about the steps you’re going to take to change, write them down and commit.
Set a time frame, come back and revisit and see what’s changed (3-6 months is about right)

“There are many spokes on the wheel of life. First, we’re here to explore new possibilities”

— Ray Charles

Wheel of life

N.B Answer the three questions with a score of 1-10. With 10 as the highest. When scoring try and avoid ‘middle numbers’ , be opinionated and honest to get the best results.

Visual results

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N.B Refer to the score explainer to the right for more information. The higher the score, the more you should consider taking action. The lower, the less likely you need to take action.

What does my score mean?

🔴 8 and Above: Focus here

What it Means: There’s a clear misalignment in this area. It’s highly important to you, but the time or effort you’re putting in isn’t leading to the outcomes you want.
What to Do: Prioritize this area. Reflect on how you’re spending your time and what actions you can take to improve the current state.
Example: If Physical Health scores 9.4, it may mean you value it highly, but your effort or outcomes are lacking. Start small—plan regular workouts or focus on better habits.

🟠 6 - 7 : Worth Attention

What it Means: This area isn’t urgent but has room for improvement. You’re doing okay, but there’s still a noticeable gap between your priorities, effort, and results.
What to Do: Review what’s working and consider small adjustments to close the gap. A little extra effort or optimization can make a big difference.
Example: A score of 7.2 for Mental Health might mean you’re doing some good things, but there’s more you could explore—like mindfulness practices or setting boundaries.

🟢 4 - 5 : Balanced

What it Means: This area is aligned and working well. You’re putting in the right amount of time, and the results match your priorities.
What to Do: No major action is needed, but keep monitoring this area to ensure it stays balanced over time.
Example: If Career scores 5.4, you’re likely managing your time and expectations well. Just maintain this level of focus.

🤩 Below 4: These are great

What it Means: This is an area of strength. You’re achieving excellent results while keeping your effort and priorities in balance.
What to Do: Celebrate this! Recognize what’s working and use these strengths as a model for improving other areas.
Example: If Fun & Leisure scores 3.1, it might mean you’ve mastered balancing enjoyment with other priorities. Reflect on what you’re doing right and keep it up.