Today’s wisdom is from Rethinking Positive Thinking (One of my all time favorite books) by Gabriele Oettingen (one of my all time favorite positive psychologists)!
Gabriele reminds us: “Positive thinking alone isn’t enough. We need to combine optimism with realistic planning.”
Here’s how to turn dreams into action today:
1. Use the WOOP tool. One of my all-time favorite practices. I do it every single day.
Gabriele’s method is:
- Wish: Define what you want.
- Outcome: Imagine the benefits of achieving it.
- Obstacle: Identify what might get in your way.
- Plan: Decide how you’ll overcome the obstacle.
2. You have to Balance Optimism with Reality. She writes: “Focus on the challenges you’ll face, not just the success.”
3. You have to Take that First Step. “Action transforms dreams into reality.”
So… What’s one wish you can WOOP into action today?
Get on that. Let’s make today Heroic. See you tomorrow!
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