Back to the article collection Notice a response and choose an action Use a recent ordinary moment. Record what happened before explaining why. Different people can repeat a similar behavior for different reasons.
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The moment What was said, requested or noticed? Keep the account specific. The meaning I supplied What did I decide it meant about me or the future? What is uncertain? My next action What would another person have observed me doing? Immediate benefit What did that response give me or help me avoid? Treat this as a question. Later consequence What did the response displace or make more difficult? Another possibility What practical gap or alternative explanation also deserves examination? A suitable practice What small response can I try while respecting real duties and boundaries? Return to the week What will I observe, when will I review it and who can support follow-through? A useful question can be brought to The SoulSearching Experience . Ask about current fit and support. This working note does not guarantee an answer or replace professional advice.