Align your life by integrating Workview and Lifeview for true coherence

When we speak of designing life, we often dwell on goals or tasks—but what guides our direction? Enter the compass of Workview and Lifeview. Think of Workview as your philosophy of labor: what drives you to spend hours in an office or workshop? How does compensation, growth, or collaboration fit in? Lifeview is the broader lens: why we exist, what gives life meaning, our relationships, and ethics. Designers pair these two views like coordinates on a map. When they align, we gain coherence—work energizes life and life enriches work. If they conflict, we feel dissonance or bargain away our integrity. Historical examples from ecological economists show how integrated philosophies can spark sustainable enterprises that satisfy both profit and planet. Crafting and merging these statements puts your values at the helm, ensuring every next step is on course.

Take out a fresh sheet and outline your Workview in about 250 words—why work and what fulfills you professionally. Then do the same for your Lifeview—what makes life worth living and how you connect to others. Finally, compare them: where do they harmonize, where do they clash, and what choices can you make to bridge the gaps? Keep your compass visible as you move forward.