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In looking over the criteria list for a Life Vision Portfolio, John realizes that
completing his LVP will probably be part of a larger ongoing process.

During the class discussion of the Life Vision Portfolio, the instructor explains
that the criteria should be used both as a prompt to write entries in the LVP and as a
measure of the quality and usefulness of the entries. John understands that if he hasn’t
clearly identified his values, he won’t be able to create a realistic life vision. He was
surprised to see “dreaming” on the list of criteria. The instructor explained that dreams
and hopes for the future are often where strong life visions begin; once you’ve made
the connection between your dreams and your specific life vision, you can began to
think about your dreams in a concrete way. For example, if you go to your college
advisor with your life vision firmly in mind, he or she can help to guide you through
logical course choices and financial plans. John is beginning to get excited about
writing the story of his own life.

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LIFE VISION PORTFOLIO

Now that you’ve become familiar with what a Life Vision Portfolio is and how critical it is in helping
you achieve your goals, the next step is to actually begin adding content. The questions below should
serve as a guideline for your first LVP entry. You will continue adding to your portfolio throughout
this course. Each time you see the Life Vision Portfolio header (above), you will be prompted to add
to your LVP. Your worksheet entry should address each of the following ten prompts and should be a
minimum of a single typed or handwritten page.

Life Vision Worksheet

Here are some questions to get you started thinking about your life. Feel free to add
other questions that are more specific to you and your vision.

1. How would you describe yourself at this point in your life?
2. How would you like to describe yourself in five to ten years?
3. What are some of the things you like and dislike?
4. What are some of your skills, talents, and personal traits?
5. What are some possible career choices?
6. Do you like to work alone or as part of a team?
7. Where do you want to live after college?
8. What are your social goals?
9. What are your personal goals?
10. How do you find balance in your life?

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