Living Forward: A Proven Plan to Stop Drifting and Get the Life You Want

In Living Forward, Michael Hyatt and Daniel Harkavy argue that most people live by "drift," reacting to circumstances rather than pursuing specific outcomes. To counter this, they present a systematic methodology for creating a Life Plan. The process begins with writing one's own obituary to clarify long-term priorities. The authors then introduce Life Accounts, a framework for auditing current status in areas like health, finances, and relationships. Readers use these accounts to set action plans and schedule recurring appointments with themselves to ensure daily activities align with their stated trajectory.

This book is for professionals and parents who feel overwhelmed by daily demands and suspect they are losing track of their personal values. People read it to establish clear boundaries between work and private life. It provides a practical toolkit for those who want to stop making decisions based on immediate pressure. Readers walk away with a written document that serves as a filter for saying no to distractions and a calendar-based system for protecting their time.