Episode Theme:

In a time when the world feels heavy—politics, health, racism, economic fear—it’s easy to slip into

survival mode.

But what if you could design your life instead of just reacting to it?

This episode explores how to shift from fear-based living to value-driven intention.

It’s about taking back your power.

One small choice at a time.

Core Message:

Fear is loud, but it’s not always right.

It can trick you into shrinking.

It can keep you frozen, small, or constantly bracing for the next blow.

Intention, on the other hand, is steady.

It’s quiet—but deeply powerful.

It reconnects you with your why, your worth, and your wants.

You don’t need the world to calm down for you to live fully.

You need clarity. You need courage. You need intention.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

● How fear subtly shapes your daily decisions

● What intentional living really looks like (with examples)

● Simple tools to help you design your week instead of defaulting to chaos

● A full list of value-based intentions to guide your choices

● How to make aligned decisions, even when the world feels uncertain

Fear-Based vs. Intention-Based Living:

Fear-Based Living:

● Saying yes when you mean no

● Staying in relationships, jobs, or patterns because they feel “safe”

● Avoiding discomfort at all costs

● Consuming media that feeds anxiety

● Choosing security over fulfillment

Intention-Based Living:

● Asking yourself, “What matters to me today?”

● Choosing peace over urgency

● Saying the hard thing because honesty matters

● Trying the new thing because growth matters

● Protecting your energy because your health matters

How to Start Living with Intention:

● Morning Check-In:

Ask: “What do I want to feel today?” or “What do I want to stand for today?”

● Pick One Value:

Anchor your day to it. If it’s honesty, have that tough conversation. If it’s joy, say yes to

something fun.

● Interrupt the Fear Loop:

○ Turn off breaking news notifications

○ Unfollow energy-draining accounts

○ Limit comparison

○ Reclaim your attention span

● Bookend Your Day:

○ Morning: Choose your intention

○ Evening: Reflect on how your actions aligned with it

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Menu of Value-Based Intentions to Choose From:

Use this list daily, weekly, or whenever you need to reset.

🎯 Clarity + Growth

● Curiosity

● Focus

● Progress

● Boldness

● Learning

● Vision

● Growth

❤️ Connection + Compassion

● Kindness

● Honesty

● Presence

● Empathy

● Love

● Support

● Community

🧘 Calm + Grounding

● Peace

● Simplicity

● Slowness

● Rest

● Mindfulness

● Ease

● Trust

💪 Courage + Strength

● Bravery

● Integrity

● Strength

● Truth

● Conviction

● Resilience

● Confidence

🌟 Purpose + Fulfillment

● Joy

● Creativity

● Freedom

● Abundance

● Adventure

● Contribution

● Gratitude

Pro Tip: You don’t need to do more. You need to choose better.

Let your intention lead.

Reflection Questions:

● Where in your life are you reacting instead of choosing?

● What’s one decision you’re making out of fear?

● What value do you want to lead with this week?

● What does intentional living look like for you right now?

● What’s one small action that reflects the life you actually want?

Calls to Action:

● Try This: Choose one intention for the next 7 days. Let it guide your choices. Share it with us

using #TheHumanBlueprintIntentions

● Download: Grab our free “Intentional Week Starter” worksheet to make this real in your life

● Connect: Share this episode with someone feeling overwhelmed

● Support the Show: Leave a 5-star review and tell us how you’re living on purpose

Resources:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Up_zFh6hP5cDXhurgn02RbMrBwpPogUs?usp=sharing