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Internal Narrative Supremacy Model

The story you tell yourself about a situation matters more than the objective reality because your narrative controls your behavior and outcomes

Decision Rule

Actively choose empowering narratives over accurate but limiting ones when facing challenges

How It Works

Your brain's interpretation of events determines emotional response and action, which then influences actual outcomes

Failure Modes

Choosing narratives that ignore genuine risks or constraints

Using positive thinking to avoid necessary preparation

Believing narrative control means ignoring feedback

Example Decision

When preparing for a major competition, you tell yourself 'I am a professional athlete training for the Olympics' rather than 'I'm a hobbyist who might embarrass myself,' leading to more serious preparation and better performance.