One Small Step Can Change Your Life
The Kaizen Method in a nutshell:
- asking small questions to dispel fear and inspire creativity
- thinking small thoughts to develop new skills and habits – without moving a muscle
- taking small actions that guarantee success
- solving small problems, even when faced with an overwhelming crisis
- bestowing small rewards to yourself and others to produce the best results
- recognizing the small but crucial moments that everyone else ignores
Large goal –> fear –> access to cortex restricted –> failure
Small goal –> fear bypassed –> cortex engaged –> success
Examples of Kaizen
Goal: Action:
Stop overspending Remove one item from basket before checkout
Begin an exercise program Stand on the treadmilll for a few minutes every morning
Manage stress Notice once a day where your body is holding tension and take a breath
Keep the house clean Pick an area, clean for five minutes and stop.