What makes us 'shoot
ourselves in the foot'?
We are not talking
about those accidental absolutely unforeseen incidents.
No, this is about
those times that we really, kinda, sorta know that what we are about to do is a
guaranteed disaster - or at least a mini-mess.
This behavior is so
pervasive that it almost seems like an integral part of our nature…
And perhaps it is?
Maybe this type of
rebellion - this breaking of the rules - which we first see around age 2,
allows us to create emotional breathing space?
If so, can we find
ways to allow this part of our selves to have a voice without creating chaos?
DANCE WITH IT! EXPERIENTIAL APPS
An opportunity to
experiment with some fun ideas...
THE ART OF IMAGINARY
ACTING OUT
This part of ourselves - the Imp - can
actually be delightful - if we engage it consciously!
TRY THIS:
Next time you feel
stuck or bogged down - or even depressed - engage your Imp!
Imagine the most
outrageous behavior and let yourself enjoy the fantasy!
Angry with
someone? Feel you've been done
wrong? In a situation where words are
not okay?
Engage your Imp!
Visualize yourself
doing outrageous, naughty, highly unacceptable behavior.
Feeling scared,
uncertain?
Do you remember that famous
advice for public speakers? You know,
imagining the people in the front row sitting there in their underwear…
This is
the Imp at its best.
Remember: no one else needs to know why you're smiling
and letting things roll off your back!
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