Sounds like a fun hack! I'm familiar with Misspent Youth but I've never had the chance to read or play it. Interesting to think of swapping phase mechanics for something (potentially) more granular though!
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There's a free version of Misspent Youth available from the creator's website, if you're interested in reading it. (I suggest then buying it and the supplement if you like the game.)