Growth
Imagine your wish, obstacle and response
Whenyou set aside time to prepare a meaningful step
Choose a feasible wish you can influence. Follow these four steps in order.
- Steps
- Wish: “Send my work to someone whose judgment matters.”
- Outcome: imagine submitting it and why it matters.
- Obstacle: imagine getting stuck polishing again.
- Plan: “If I start polishing, then I will attach this version and send it.”
Start tiny
Start with the wish; return to finish all four steps.
When it slips
For an obstacle outside your control, adjust the goal.
Evidence grade AMeta-analysis, evidence-based guideline, or repeated findings
Wang, Wang & Gai (2021), A Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Mental Contrasting With Implementation Intentions on Goal Attainment. Read the source ↗ — Small-to-medium average effects, varied contexts and possible publication bias. Instructions adapted from the official WOOP practice guide: Read the source ↗
Growth: Supporting habits that improve the conditions for useful repetitions: preparation, consistency or necessary recovery.
