Most people go through life without direction. They’re not proud of how they spend their time. Deep down, they know they were made for more, but they don’t know what more looks like. So they settle. They go numb.
Emmanuel Soroba, founder of Road to Superhuman, says the reason is simple: they don’t have a clear picture of Elysium.
What Is Elysium?
Elysium is your definition of the ideal life. It’s not a fantasy or a vague dream. It’s the specific life that feels right to you—a life that makes sense, one that you would be proud to live every day. It includes the people around you, the work you do, the way your body feels, the places you go, and the kind of freedom you have.
It’s not about luxury or status. It’s about alignment.
Elysium is what your life would look like if everything important was in place. Where you’re doing meaningful work, you’re healthy, you’re surrounded by people you love, and you wake up excited for the day ahead. It’s a life you’ve chosen on purpose.
Without Elysium, you drift. You chase goals that don’t matter. You copy other people. You get caught up in distractions. You might even hit some of your goals—get the job, buy the house, start the family—but still feel empty, because it wasn’t your vision to begin with.
Elysium gives you something to aim at. It becomes your internal compass. When you’re clear about what you want, decisions become easier. You stop wasting time. You stop questioning everything. You stop comparing yourself to others.
You don’t need to chase everything. You just need to chase what matters to you.
Everyone’s Elysium Is Different
There’s no universal version of Elysium. What works for one person won’t work for another. For some, it’s peace and quiet. For others, it’s movement and ambition. One person might want a remote cabin and solitude. Another might want a fast-paced city life and global business deals.
That’s the point—it’s personal.
But here’s what’s true for everyone: if you don’t define it, you won’t get there. You’ll end up living someone else’s life and wondering why it doesn’t feel right.
The Four Pillars of Life
According to Emmanuel Soroba, every real version of Elysium rests on the same foundation. He calls these the Four Pillars of Life:
- Health
- Wealth
- Love
- Freedom
If even one of these is missing, life starts to feel off-balance. Like a table with a broken leg—it might still stand for a while, but eventually, it falls.
Let’s break them down:
Health
When you’re tired, sick, or out of shape, life feels harder than it should. You don’t think clearly. You lose focus. You become reactive.
In your Elysium, health isn’t about looking good for other people. It’s about having the energy and strength to live the way you want. You eat clean. You exercise frequently. You sleep well. You feel capable.
Wealth
Money isn’t the goal—but it’s the tool. If you don’t have enough of it, you stay stuck in survival mode. You can’t think about growth or meaning when you’re stressed about bills.
In your Elysium, wealth gives you space. It gives you leverage. You don’t work for every dollar. You build systems. You create value. You earn in ways that don’t drain you.
Love
Life without connection is empty. Even with success and freedom, if your relationships are broken, you’ll feel isolated.
In your Elysium, you’re surrounded by people you trust. People who know you, support you, and grow with you. You don’t tolerate shallow or toxic relationships. You build love on purpose—with your partner, your friends, your family, and your community.
Freedom
This is what ties everything together. Freedom means living on your terms. You decide how you spend your time. You say no when something doesn’t align. You don’t feel trapped.
In your Elysium, freedom isn’t about avoiding work. It’s about doing the right work. You choose your path. You’re not controlled by fear, routine, or other people’s expectations.
Why Most People Never Find Elysium
Most people never stop to ask what kind of life they actually want. They do what they’re told. They chase what’s popular. They copy what they see online. But they never slow down long enough to ask, “What do I need to do to be truly fulfilled?”
Or they do ask, but they settle for vague answers. “I just want to be happy.” “I want to make money.” “I want to help people.”
That’s not enough. Elysium has to be clear. You have to see it in your mind. Describe it in detail. If you can’t picture it, you can’t build it.
Once you have a clear vision, everything changes. You don’t need motivation—you have direction. That’s the heart of the Superhuman Mindset.
It’s not about being perfect. It’s about making decisions based on your version of Elysium. Every choice becomes simple: Does this move me closer to the life I want? Or does it pull me away from it?
While most people live on autopilot, superhumans don’t. They choose.
