Methods · Method
Ericksonian-derived
Communication and reframing ideas inspired by Ericksonian traditions; therapeutic claims require review.
Status: sensitive.
Legacy collections: Ericksonian.
A method is an additional classification dimension. Future hacks and protocols should still identify the concrete Topic they address.
- In a Relaxed State, Press Your Thumb and Index Finger Together While Imagining aIn a relaxed state, press your thumb and index finger together while imagining a calm scene. Use this ‘anchor’ whenever you need calm.
- Think of a Time When You Felt Strong, Capable, or SuccessfulThink of a time when you felt strong, capable, or successful. Tap into that memory in a relaxed state to remind yourself of your inner resources.
- While Deeply Relaxed, Visualize Yourself Achieving Your Goal, Feeling Every Detail of That SuccessWhile deeply relaxed, visualize yourself achieving your goal, feeling every detail of that success. Imagine it vividly, as if it’s happening now.
- Find a Quiet Place, Close Your Eyes, and Focus on Your BreathingFind a quiet place, close your eyes, and focus on your breathing. Let each breath relax you a bit more, guiding yourself into a calm, focused state.
- In a Relaxed State, Take a Negative Thought and Imagine It from a DifferentIn a relaxed state, take a negative thought and imagine it from a different perspective. What positive lesson or insight could it bring?
- While in a Relaxed State, Repeat Positive Suggestions to Yourself (eWhile in a relaxed state, repeat positive suggestions to yourself (e.g., ‘I am confident,’ ‘I handle challenges calmly’). Imagine these becoming true.
- Think of a Metaphor That Represents Your Goal or Challenge (eThink of a metaphor that represents your goal or challenge (e.g., ‘climbing a mountain’). Let this image guide and motivate you.