To help clients whose actions are being braked out of their current situation, we turn our perspective toward assumptions and allow them to use their imagination.
We take a perspective that ignores constraints.
(Sample question.)
If you could do anything, what would you do?
Take a viewpoint with added constraints.
Conversely, by thinking with added constraints, the ultimate option can be seen.
(Sample question.)
If you had to go to a deserted island alone, what book would you take with you?
If you were told you had only one year to live, what would you do?
If the world were to end tomorrow, what would you do?
Take the point of view of your target person.
Imagine your target person or someone you admire, and ask questions about what that person would do.
(Sample question.) “If you were Nobunaga Oda, what would you do?
If you were Nobunaga Oda, what would you say to him?
If you were Ryoma Sakamoto, what would you say to him?
If you were the Secretary General of the United Nations, what would you tell the world?
Turn your perspective to outside resources.
Sometimes, getting outside help can be a catalyst for breaking through the “wall”.
(Sample question.)
If there was someone who could help you, who comes to mind first?
Try to think of someone close to you with whom you can discuss this difficult situation.
You said you would like to solve this problem on your own if you could, but can you think of any other way?
By surrendering to the world of assumptions, you will be able to embrace the possibility of change.
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