How to Cross Two Types of Implementation Intentions
Instructions
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Clear, attainable objectives are best. Make a realistic goal.
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Encountering problems is part of progress. Identify a problem you are likely to encounter while you are reaching this goal. If you are trying to lose weight, this could be a late-night craving for food. If your goal is to spend less money, it could be a habit of indulging in restaurants.
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Plan your response beforehand. Think of and commit to a specific plan for dealing with this problem: for example, eating vegetables for the food craving or going to a coffee shop instead of a restaurant. This is your first implementation intention.
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Plan a second and different response to the same problem. Make sure that you are prepared to do one of the two responses. You have now "crossed" the first implementation intention with a second.
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Select one of the two implementation intentions and act on it when you encounter the problem. This should help you overcome the problem and land you one step closer to your goal.
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