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Published Feb 6, 2023

241 ‒ Living intentionally, valuing time, prioritizing relationships, & more keys to a rich life

Ric Elias delves into the transformative power of intentional living, valuing time, and nurturing relationships to design a purpose-driven life; he also shares his journey from traditional parenting to mentorship and his impactful philanthropic efforts in education and skill development for underserved communities.
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  • Intentional Living

    emphasizes the importance of living with intentionality, a concept that has become central to his life since his near-death experience. He believes that time is a precious resource often undervalued because it is free, and stresses the need to invest it wisely in meaningful activities 1. Ric shares a poignant story about watching his daughter grow up, which reinforced his purpose of helping his children become adults 2.

    To live with intentionality is around combining a lot of things into where we spend our energy and what the things that we stop doing.

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    This realization has led him to focus on living a life rich with purpose and intention, ensuring that his actions align with his core values.

       

    Valuing Time

    Time management is a critical theme in Ric's philosophy, where he categorizes time into three uses: wasting, using, and investing. He argues that investing time in relationships and personal growth pays dividends in life 3. Reflecting on his past, Ric acknowledges that while everything can change in an instant, living with intention can lead to a more fulfilling life 1.

    If you look at your time, you'll know how much of that it is and if you're using too much in something at some point becomes wasteful.

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    He encourages others to evaluate how they spend their time to ensure it aligns with their long-term goals and values.

       

    Friendship

    Friendship and connection are seen by Ric as vital currencies for happiness and fulfillment. He organized a "Friend Summit" to foster deeper connections among his friends, emphasizing the importance of creating memorable experiences with loved ones 4. Ric believes that these experiences are what we cherish as we grow older, and they contribute significantly to a rich life 5.

    What greater currency in life than spreading love through friendship?

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    By curating these experiences, Ric aims to build a network of meaningful relationships that enrich his life and the lives of those around him.

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