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Develop conscious control over emotional state entering situations

People whose emotions determine their decision quality and life outcomes

Practice for 3-6 weeks to develop state awareness and control

What Success Looks Like

Choosing your emotional state before important situations, responding rather than reacting to events

Steps to Execute

1

Practice the bowl exercise: observe how violent reactions create chaos

2

Experiment with contrasting response styles in same day

3

Before entering situations, consciously choose your emotional state

4

Develop awareness of when you're reacting versus responding

5

Build capacity to remain calm while still feeling events

Checklist

Can you detect your emotional state before entering rooms?
Do you choose optimistic/determined states for important meetings?
Can you remain calm during disturbances without numbing out?
Are you making different decisions based on chosen states?

Inputs Needed

  • Emotional self-awareness
  • Willingness to experiment with states
  • Practice situations

Outputs

  • Better decision-making
  • Improved relationships
  • Greater influence and presence

Example

“Before job interview, instead of entering anxious and defensive, consciously choose curious and confident state, leading to better conversation and outcomes”