--- title: Vigor description: With your target ambition, you now have the first step in your WILD (Willful Independence, Live Deliberately) Journey to deeper contentment. image: https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/WJ%20logo%20large.png --- [Skip to content](https://modernodyssey.org/vigor#main-content) [![ModernOdyssey Transformative self-discovery circle 500x500](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/ModernOdyssey%20Transformative%20self-discovery%20circle%20500x500.png?width=150&height=150&name=ModernOdyssey%20Transformative%20self-discovery%20circle%20500x500.png "ModernOdyssey Transformative self-discovery circle 500x500")](https://modernodyssey.org/?hsLang=en) - [For Teams](https://modernodyssey.org/teams) - [Read the Book](https://modernodyssey.org/wild-happy) - [Contact Us](https://modernodyssey.org/contact?hsLang=en) ### Your Intrinsic Ambition is ## VIGOR ![vigor](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/vigor.png?width=150&height=150&name=vigor.png "vigor") ## Vigor: Overview Those driven by VIGOR find deep satisfaction in feeling, strong, active, and healthy, no matter what that takes. They also appreciate the connected nature of humans, though this may be beyond their recognition. This lifestyle, with its close union between connection and body, often allows physical activities to transcend to deeper emotional joy in the form of physical meditation and peace, such as a “runner’s high”. Whether spending time with friends and family, connecting with the earth and nature, or spiritual pursuits such as prayer or meditation, VIGOR driven lifestyles appreciate the value of their emotional needs nearly as much as their physical needs.       #### Primary domain: Body #### Secondary domain: Connection ![Vigor Hex](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/Vigor%20Hex.svg "Vigor Hex") ![Happy child enjoying on grass field and dreaming](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Happy%20child%20enjoying%20on%20grass%20field%20and%20dreaming.jpeg?width=1000&height=667&name=Happy%20child%20enjoying%20on%20grass%20field%20and%20dreaming.jpeg "Happy child enjoying on grass field and dreaming") ## Strengths Often those who live a lifestyle aligned to VIGOR find deep contentment, going to bed each night confident of their healthy lifestyle and place in the world. No matter what life throws at them or what barriers they face on their journey, they face them with confidence thanks to their actively renewing sense of motivation and faith in their deep connections to loved ones and to themselves. Meanwhile, VIGOR drive lifestyles often interweave a love of being active with emotional satisfaction enabling simple physical activities to transcend their physical joys into forms of active meditation and peace. ## Challenges Common challenges for a VIGOR driven lifestyle include often finding mentally fulfilling activities, like writing and problem solving, challenging and taxing. Over time, without mentally challenging activities, these types of activities that frequent our daily lives become harder due to reduced mental stamina. Finding mentally fulfilling activities that complement your VIGOR strengths, such as learning new recipes could improve this. Another frequent challenge faced by those living aligned with VIGOR is the physical and emotional exhaustion due to the intensity of these interests. Being mindful to set aside time to recharge and replenish will keep energy and motivation levels high and stable. ![Happy children silhouettes on summer meadow running and jumping](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Happy%20children%20silhouettes%20on%20summer%20meadow%20running%20and%20jumping.jpeg?width=1000&height=650&name=Happy%20children%20silhouettes%20on%20summer%20meadow%20running%20and%20jumping.jpeg "Happy children silhouettes on summer meadow running and jumping") ### Where to go from here... No one knows exactly what will lead you to deeper contentment (including us). But like any great journey, one needs to set off with direction. The WILD Program is here to help you along the way as you learn and grow into living a life that’s optimized for fulfillment and deep satisfaction. A life that’s *better.* Based on your values, a VIGOR driven lifestyle is a great starting direction. So set forth, intrepid explorer! Life’s greatest journey is already underway! Want to learn more? Like what's an "inherent ambition"? ### Read the WILD Introduction ebook A simple, high level introduction to the WILD philosophy and how it can help you start living a more deliberate and fulfilling life. Ready to explore further? ### Find a WILD Journey Program near you Learn more and join the waitlist for when WILD Journey opens to the public in 2024. ## Are you part of a team or organization that believes in contentment? 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