Week 3 Discussion

During Week 3, we will explore key behavior-focused strategies, such as self-observation, self-goal-setting, and self-reward. We will discuss how important it is to recognize the fact that all behavior-focused strategies are interdependent and part of the same system. Behavior is influenced by numerous factors and each of the behavior-focused strategies open our eyes to specific behavior-influencing factors and dimensions. Accordingly, we should know about a wide range of these strategies and apply proper combinations of them to self-adjust and guide our behavior in a holistic manner to reach optimal fitness. Our primary goal should be to gradually cultivate our mind so that it could naturally help us become conscious of our behavior and factors that influence it; pause and assess the behavior-generating/influencing system; and utilize appropriate strategies to effectively manage our behavior. It’s all about having that moment of realization! Imagine all the potential benefits that you can acquire from knowing about and applying these strategies within the context of the workplace, such as conflict prevention and resolution, stakeholder management, effective communication, negotiation, and influencing performance.

“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” – Rumi

Learning Objectives:

• Employ world-altering strategies, such as using reminders and attention focusers, removing negative cues, and increasing positive cues.
• Demonstrate self-imposed strategies, including self-observation, self-goal-setting, self-reward, self-punishment, and practice.
• Recognize the importance of the concept of purpose as a catalyst for organizing life and for guiding the self-goal-setting process.