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a micro-skill

‘Journaling’ is a simple but effective way of capturing what is and reflecting on what has been. When used with discipline and skill, on a regular basis, it can accelerate learning and support our internal creative process.

 Find a personal journal or personalize a notebook.

 Keep it in a convenient place so you can capture thoughts and ideas throughout the day or night.

 Reflect upon events at work or home or exchanges between colleagues or friends that come into your mind…

 Use words, images, signs, symbols and pictures to capture your thoughts, ideas, questions, feelings, sensations, dreams…

 Every so often, spend some time reviewing your journal to look for patterns, themes and other pointers to insight.

This is a great micro-skill in and of itself. It is also extremely effective when used alongside other micro-skills like breakthrough questions (see page 60), medicine walks (see page 61), personal backbone (see page 120) and personal shields (see page 126)…