Imagine you could do anything right now…
Thought Experiment
Have you ever asked yourself, “If I could do anything right now, what would it be?”
This thought experiment is more than just a daydream; it’s a tool to uncover what truly matters to you.
Thought experiments like this help us test ideas in our minds, revealing insights about where we want to focus our time and energy.
Try this experiment for yourself:
Ask a Big Question
What if I could live forever?
What if money was no object?
Explore the Possibilities
How are longevity seekers spending their time?
How do billionaires choose to use their wealth?
Form a Hypothesis
If I had X, I would do Y.
For example, "If I had unlimited resources, I would travel the world, Anthony Bourdain style, and document its diverse cultures.”
Test Your Thinking
Play out different scenarios. Does the outcome excite you? Challenge you?
Would you spend your time pursuing knowledge or creating art?
Draw a Conclusion
What does this tell you about how you really want to live?
The answers might surprise you.
They might even change the way you spend your time today.
Thank you for your attention.
-Jake Twomey