Insights from ‘The Tools’ by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels Flashcards
What is the purpose of ‘The Tools’ developed by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels?
To help people overcome internal obstacles and live with more courage, confidence, and creativity.
Describe the first step of the ‘Reversal of Desire’ tool.
Imagine the pain of the task as a cloud hovering in front of you.
True or False: In the ‘Reversal of Desire’ tool, you should avoid engaging with the pain.
False
What phrase should you silently yell when moving into the cloud of pain in the ‘Reversal of Desire’ tool?
Bring it on!
After embracing the cloud of pain in ‘Reversal of Desire,’ what should you say to yourself?
I love pain.
What does the realm of pure light represent in the ‘Reversal of Desire’ tool?
The realm of unexpected possibility.
Who inspired the concept of embracing pain in ‘The Tools,’ having survived Nazi concentration camps?
Viktor Frankl
Fill in the blank: ‘If you run from pain, your world ____.’,’shrinks
Why is repeated use of the ‘Reversal of Desire’ tool encouraged?
To build inner strength and become more resilient to intimidating tasks.
When should you use the ‘Inner Authority’ tool?
When you feel nervous before a performance.
In the ‘Inner Authority’ tool, what should you imagine when facing performance anxiety?
Standing on a stage in front of people who make you feel inferior.
True or False: In the ‘Inner Authority’ tool, you should ignore your shadow self.
False
What phrase do you and your Shadow say in unison to the audience in the ‘Inner Authority’ tool?
Listen!
Describe the purpose of the ‘Jeopardy’ tool.
To overcome laziness, fading concentration, or the urge to give up on a goal.
What should you imagine in the ‘Jeopardy’ tool to resist giving up?
Seeing yourself lying on your deathbed with your older self urging you not to waste the present moment.
