Change Anything by Kerry Patterson

Author:Kerry Patterson [PATTERSON, KERRY/GRENNY, JOSEPH/MAXFIELD, DAVID/MCMILLAN, RON/SWITZLER, AL]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780446585446
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Published: 2011-04-11T04:00:00+00:00

SUMMARY: CONTROL YOUR SPACE

As we’ve studied how Changers have succeeded at overcoming the pull of the past, we’ve learned that all use things to make new habits practically inevitable. You should take advantage of the same resources.

Build Fences. What rules should you set to keep you acting in healthy ways? What decisive actions, if routinely taken, would keep you out of harm’s way? Remember, don’t use these fences as a sole source for change, and don’t let anyone else set them up for you. Create your own rules, and use them in conjunction with the five other sources of influence.

Manage Distance. What are you doing to keep good things close and convenient and bad things distant and difficult? Have you thought about moving tempting items away from the places you work and rest? It won’t require miles or even blocks; sometimes a few feet one way or the other will be all it takes.

Change Cues. Are there places you can put up reminders that will help keep you on track? Think of your crucial moments; if they come at predictable places, you can post reminders to stay true to your plan. If they come at predictable times or events, you can have them appear on your computer or phone—just before the event, as a timely reminder.

Engage Your Autopilot. Are there standing commitments you can make that will make positive change the path of least resistance? The more you structure good choices as the default in your life, the easier change becomes.

Use Tools. Speaking of your computer and phone, what are you doing to transform electronic devices and other tools into valuable change allies? How is everything from your TV to your phone to your computer currently conspiring against your plan to improve? What can you do to transform this silent enemy into a genuine tool for change? While we’re on the topic of using tools to assist your change effort, don’t forget to use your pencil (digital or otherwise). As you read, be attentive to ideas that come to you for how you can try a principle or tactic to see what results it produces for you. For example, what is a simple step you can take right now to use fences, distance, cues, and tools to control your space? Write it down. Next, write down when you will try it. As we saw in Chapter 2, the simple act of writing will substantially increase the likelihood you’ll take action.

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