key moments
In the previous exercises, we explored our superpowers (what we’re naturally good at) and interests (things that light us up and give us energy). It’s important to recognise, however, that superpowers and interests don’t always develop in isolation. Instead, they’re often shaped by pivotal life experiences or what we call ‘key moments’.
Key moments are turning points in our lives - experiences that significantly shape who we are and influence the direction we take.
We’ve identified three types of key moments to reflect on:
Aha! moments: Realisations that shift your perspective or lead you to see the world in a new way
Intentional pivots: Deliberate choices to change course or pursue a new direction in life
Environmental happenstance: Circumstances beyond your control, such as losing a job or facing a major life challenge, that prompt a significant change
By understanding these key moments, you’ll start to see how your superpowers and interests have evolved and how they connect to form a map of your personal and professional journey.
The Exercise: key moments
This exercise is about understanding how challenges, choices, and breakthroughs have shaped your journey. By connecting your pivotal experiences with your superpowers and interests, you uncover patterns that reveal what truly drives and defines you.
Using the Key Moments template, create a map of key moments that have happened in your life.
500 word piece #4
Once you have completed the exercise above, choose one key moment and write about it.
Prompting questions:
What happened? What aha! moment or internal realisation did you have? Provide some information and context.
How did it play out in your life? What changed?
Does it reflect anything about your interests or superpowers?
What might have happened if you chose differently?
Why is it meaningful to you now?
Consider how these moments can guide your next steps.
The Wrap up
This marks the end of The Warm Up exercises. Congratulations!
These exercises were not about reinventing yourself but honoring the value of your unique story. Your past holds clues to your future. By exploring your hopes, fears, superpowers, and pivotal experiences, you’ve built a foundation for intentional growth. This work is not just practical; it is personal.
Where to from here?
If publishing your writing is something you would like to pursue, then we have created a series of exercises under Publish your insights to help you along the way. These exercises provide a structured way to transform your reflections into thought pieces you can share publicly, as well as build a consistent writing habit.
If blogging isn’t your thing, that’s ok! As you work through The Warm Up exercises, you may uncover new interests or industries to pursue. To help you plan your next steps, we’ve created The Risk Assessment exercises, where you can evaluate your time, money and resources so you can carve out the space to move forward.
The Warm Up Exercises
THe warm up Collection
Start building a writing practice — a habit that helps you refine your ideas, articulate your expertise, and share your unique perspective. Build a foundation to develop thought pieces that showcase your skills and open doors to new opportunities.
Evaluate your resources—time, money, and energy—and learn how to redistribute them to create space for your future. Gain clarity on your boundaries and priorities, enabling you to take control of your career path with confidence.