Most people plan their lives in one of two ways—too short or too vague. They either make a New Year’s resolution and abandon it by spring, or they dream in decades without a clear path for how to get there. That’s where the 4-Year U. system comes in.
4-Year U. is a life-planning framework that helps you grow in alignment with how real change happens: in cycles. Just like nature has seasons, your life has rhythms of rest, preparation, action, and reflection. The system breaks your long-term goals into four-year arcs—like a college program—so you can make tangible progress in the areas that matter most: financial, physical, spiritual, creative, and relational growth.
Each “year” of the system represents a stage of transformation. Each “season” represents a shift in focus—from dreaming and planning to building and harvesting. The goal isn’t perfection. It’s progress, guided by a clear structure that keeps you grounded and moving forward.
Introducing the Seasonal Quadrant Planner
To make it easier to live this out, Frankie and I created the Seasonal Quadrant Planner—a printable life-planning guide designed to help you apply the 4-Year U. principles in your daily and seasonal rhythm.
Inside the guide, you’ll find:
- Seasonal worksheets that align your goals with your current phase of growth
- Quarterly and monthly review pages to keep you on track and reflective
- Prompts for planning and prayer to bring God’s timing into your goals
- Space for creative thinking and future dreaming—because structure should make room for inspiration
We made this guide for people who feel like they’re stuck in the middle—too busy to dream, yet too unsatisfied to stay still. It’s a tool to help you think long-term again, without losing sight of what matters today.
Start Your Next Four Years Today
If you’re ready to step into a more intentional, purpose-driven life, download the Seasonal Quadrant Planner and start your first 4-Year U. cycle. It’s time to stop drifting and start designing a life that feels aligned—with your faith, your goals, and your seasons of growth.