What others can see.
Career, finances and lifestyle are your outer wealth: what you achieve and experience. Like rubber balls, they can often bounce back after setbacks.
THE MODEL · SIMPLY EXPLAINED
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Six aspects.
One picture.
Life is more than professional success. The Happiness Circle shows how six aspects connect – and what keeps them in balance.
01 / UNDERSTAND
Outer success. Inner foundation.
What carries your life.
Health, relationships and personal growth are your inner wealth. These crystal balls support your life. When neglected, damage can be harder to repair.
Rubber balls follow crystal balls.
In this model, inner wealth supports outer success. Focusing only on outer success can put that foundation at risk.02 / EXPLORE THE CONNECTIONS
Opposite. Closely connected.
Hover over an aspect or tap it. Discover how opposite aspects influence one another in both directions.
CAREER → HEALTH
A relentless focus on career can come at the expense of sleep, recovery and health.
HEALTH → CAREER
Caring for physical and mental health can strengthen the energy, clarity and resilience you bring to your work.
FINANCES → PERSONAL GROWTH
Chasing money alone can crowd out learning, reflection and the development of your abilities.
PERSONAL GROWTH → FINANCES
Developing skills, judgment and character can increase the value you create — and open financial opportunities.
LIFESTYLE → RELATIONSHIPS
Pursuing status and outward appearances can take time and attention away from the people who matter.
RELATIONSHIPS → LIFESTYLE
Strong relationships give shared experiences their meaning. They are part of the life you want to live.