Inspired by Ari Max’s book “Believers Are Achievers: A Guide to Becoming Your Best Self”
Let’s be honest—life gets noisy. Between career pressure, family responsibilities, and the quiet nagging feeling that you’re meant for more, it’s easy to lose your sense of direction.
So what happens? You end up spinning your wheels, reacting instead of acting, hoping that someday you’ll stumble onto fulfillment.
But what if you didn’t have to guess?
What if you had a clear system to guide you—not just toward success, but toward your best self?
That’s what Ari Max offers in his refreshingly practical and deeply motivating book, Believers Are Achievers. And at the heart of it all is one concept that stands out as a game-changer:
The GPS Method.
Goal. Plan. Start.
Simple. Effective. And exactly what you need to steer your life with intention.
Step 1: Goal – Define Your Destination
When you fire up the GPS in your car, the first thing it asks is, “Where to?”
Your life is no different. You need to know where you’re going. Yet so many people coast through life without setting a meaningful goal. Not because they don’t want to grow—but because they haven’t defined what growth means to them.
In Ari Max’s words, “When you set clear goals, you’re drawing a map of who you want to become.” It’s not just about losing weight or earning more. It’s about identity. Values. Purpose.
Here’s the shift:
Instead of saying, “I want to be better,” say,
“I want to become someone who wakes up excited, feels proud of my choices, and finishes each day with peace of mind.”
Clear goals equal clear motivation. It’s the difference between wandering and driving.
Step 2: Plan – Chart the Route
Once your destination is set, it’s time to map out how to get there. That’s where most people stall. They either:
- Overcomplicate the plan, or
- Skip it entirely and try to wing it.
But planning doesn’t have to be complex. In fact, Ari encourages a practical, flexible approach.
Start by asking:
- What small step can I take today?
- What would success look like in one week?
- What obstacles might I face, and how can I navigate around them?
For example: Let’s say your goal is to write a book in six months.
- Week 1: Choose a topic and write a rough outline.
- Week 2: Draft Chapter 1.
- Week 3: Edit Chapter 1 and begin Chapter 2.
Simple milestones make big dreams manageable. And momentum builds quickly once you get moving.
Planning is also where you get real about your time and resources. If you only have 20 minutes a day to spare, no problem—build your plan around that. This isn’t about hustle porn. It’s about intentional progress.
Step 3: Start – Hit the Gas
This is the part where it all comes together. And also, where most people freeze.
Because starting is scary. Starting means stepping out of the idea zone and into the real world. Starting makes it real.
But it doesn’t have to be huge or dramatic. According to Ari, “Starting is the moment you stop living in your head and actually put yourself in the game.”
Think of it like this: One $50 saved is better than waiting for the “right time” to start your financial reset.
It’s not about being perfect. It’s about showing up.
What If You Get Off Track?
You will.
Let’s get that out of the way.
Life throws curveballs—illness, burnout, surprise bills, emotional slumps. It’s not a matter of if you drift. It’s when. And that’s okay.
Here’s the beauty of Ari’s GPS method: just like your phone’s navigation system, it doesn’t yell at you when you make a wrong turn.
It recalculates.
So if you’ve been off your game, and skipped a few days (or weeks) of progress, don’t waste time feeling guilty. Recenter. Replan. Restart.
Remember this: Progress is not a straight line. It’s a zigzag path full of potholes, detours, and moments where you’ll need to pull over and breathe.
What matters is that you keep driving.
You’ve probably read your fair share of self-help books. But what makes Believers Are Achievers stand out is its honesty. It’s not trying to sell perfection—it’s offering a toolbox.
Ari Max blends neuroscience, life coaching wisdom, and everyday human struggle into something that’s practical and personal.
The GPS framework gives structure without rigidity. It offers accountability without judgment. And it respects the fact that real life is messy.
Whether you’re trying to:
- Build better habits,
- Strengthen your relationships,
- Bounce back from addiction,
- Or simply feel more alive—
This method meets you where you are and helps you take the next right step.
Ask yourself:
- What’s one goal that excites (and maybe scares) you?
- What’s one small action you can take today?
- What would happen if you stopped waiting for the “perfect time”?
You don’t need a full tank or a detailed itinerary.
You just need to set the destination, plan the route, and start driving.
Because you are not lost. You’re simply between turns.
With the GPS method from Believers Are Achievers, your journey to a purpose-driven life isn’t just possible—it’s already begun.
Let’s ride.
