I agree with your team segments. Those segments of life are very vital and should be well attended to by carefully examining very stage also to ascertain when one segment is coming to the end and reposition yourself to welcome to next this is what I see as success even the bible say oh man examine yourself. A philosophy also said an unexamined life is not worth living. In all, I take conclusion when you say,

Life is a gift that should be treated with respect, care and attention. If left unattended it'll still occur, but with some nurturing, a little effort, ownership and responsibility it can be pretty amazing.

This gift is very expensive and once misused, regrets sets in . It has many chances for amendments but making the best use of it averts life long sorrow.
This article is a sermon. Thanks for impacting lives.