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A powerful self-motivation method involves making a list of the advantages of a productive action you've been avoiding because it requires more self-discipline than you have been able to muster. Such a list will train you to look at the positive consequences of doing it. It's only human to go after what you want. Furthermore, clubbing yourself into effective action doesn't usually work nearly as well as a fat, fresh carrot. Suppose, for example, you want to quit smoking. You may be reminding yourself about cancer and all the other dangers of smoking. These fear tactics make you so nervous that you immediately reach for another cigarette; they don't work.
Here's a three-step method that does work.
The first step is to make a list of all the positive consequences that will result when you become a nonsmoker.List as many as you can think of including:
A powerful self-motivation method involves making a list of the advantages of a productive action you've been avoiding because it requires more self-discipline than you have been able to muster. Such a list will train you to look at the positive consequences of doing it. It's only human to go after what you want. Furthermore, clubbing yourself into effective action doesn't usually work nearly as well as a fat, fresh carrot. Suppose, for example, you want to quit smoking. You may be reminding yourself about cancer and all the other dangers of smoking. These fear tactics make you so nervous that you immediately reach for another cigarette; they don't work.
Here's a three-step method that does work.
The first step is to make a list of all the positive consequences that will result when you become a nonsmoker.List as many as you can think of including:
1. Improved health.
2. I'll respect myself.
3. I'll have greater self-discipline. With my new found self-confidence, I may be doing a lot of other things that I've been putting off.
4. I will be able to run and dance actively, and still feel good about my body. I'll have lots of stamina and extra energy.
5. My lungs and heart will become strong.
6. My breath will be fresh.
7. I'll have extra spending money.
8. I'll live longer.
9. The air around me will be clean.
10. I'll be able to tell people that I've become a non-smoker.
Once you've prepared the list, you're ready for the next step.
Every night before bed, fantasize you are in your favorite spot-walking through the woods in the mountains on a crisp Autumn day, or maybe lying on a quiet beach near a crystal-blue ocean, with the sun warming your skin. Whatever fantasy you choose, visualize every enjoyable detail as vividly as possible, and let your body relax, and let go. Allow every muscle to unwind. Let the tension flow out of your arms and legs and leave your body. Notice how your muscles begin to feel limp and loose. Notice how peaceful you feel.
Now you are ready for the third step.
Fantasize that you are still in that scene, and you have become a non-smoker. Go through your list of benefits, and repeat each one to yourself in the following way: " Now I have improved health and I like it. I can run along the beach. I feel good about myself. I respect myself. Now I have greater self discipline, and I can take on other challenges if I want to. I have extra spending money," etc.
Once you've prepared the list, you're ready for the next step.
Every night before bed, fantasize you are in your favorite spot-walking through the woods in the mountains on a crisp Autumn day, or maybe lying on a quiet beach near a crystal-blue ocean, with the sun warming your skin. Whatever fantasy you choose, visualize every enjoyable detail as vividly as possible, and let your body relax, and let go. Allow every muscle to unwind. Let the tension flow out of your arms and legs and leave your body. Notice how your muscles begin to feel limp and loose. Notice how peaceful you feel.
Now you are ready for the third step.
Fantasize that you are still in that scene, and you have become a non-smoker. Go through your list of benefits, and repeat each one to yourself in the following way: " Now I have improved health and I like it. I can run along the beach. I feel good about myself. I respect myself. Now I have greater self discipline, and I can take on other challenges if I want to. I have extra spending money," etc.
This method of self-management through the power of suggestion works amazingly well.
It enabled many people I know to quit smoking after a single treatment session. You can do it easily, and you'll find it's well worth your efforts. It can be used for self-improvement in losing weight, lawn mowing, getting up on time, adhering to a jogging schedule, or any other habit you'd like to modify.
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