Eulogy Goals Over Resume Goals: A 10-Year Reflection on What Matters Most

Takeaways

• Anniversaries evoke a mix of emotions, both joyful and sad.
• It's important to reflect on our feelings rather than repress them.
• Family experiences create lasting memories that are invaluable.
• Achievement is less about what we do and more about who we are.
• The journey of caring for a loved one can be profoundly challenging.
• Visioning the future helps us align our goals with our values.
• Eulogy goals focus on meaningful life experiences rather than achievements.
• Compassion for ourselves is essential in our personal growth.
• We often underestimate what we can achieve in a decade.
• Creating a fulfilling life involves celebrating the moments that matter.

Sound Bites

• "We have to fortify our inner world."
• "How can we bring more compassion to ourselves?"
• "What is the cake you're looking to enjoy?"

Chapters

00:00Reflections on Anniversaries and Emotions

02:34The Journey of Hosting the Dalai Lama

05:04Lessons from Family and Love

08:11Visioning the Next Decade

11:52Eulogy Goals vs. Resume Goals

14:23Creating a Life of Fulfillment

Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.

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