It’s been a year since I started my journey with Review & Preview. The changes in my mindset and approach to life’s challenges have been nothing short of remarkable. I’ve learned to embrace difficulties and turn them into opportunities for growth. This mindset shift has not only helped me in my personal life but has also led to a promotion at work. I credit Review & Preview for helping me see the potential in every challenge.
Marcus Johnson
I want to introduce you to Review and Preview (R&P) and show how it can help you develop a High IDQ. R&P is a set of simple drills that stem from the Elevate Formula.
It’s designed to build a strong and confident mindset, so you can face challenges with unwavering self-belief, even in tough times.
Examples of IDQ
To get an idea of what the difference between a high and low IDQ means, take a look at the chart below. It gives four example scenarios in the left-hand column. Reading across each row, you can see a typical reaction to these events from a high IDQ viewpoint, (left side) through to the low IDQ response on the right. (The numbers along the top are the IDQ test scores).
“Before we dive in, if you haven’t already, try the Identity Quiz to see if you have a High IDQ, Click here“.
The Outcomes for R&P
Let’s talk about the Outcomes you can expect from R&P. By using these drills, you’ll gradually integrate the Elevate Formula into your very Identity. It becomes the natural filter through which you make sense of the world.
And so, you’ll build the innate confidence that your skills, qualities and talents are Self, Lasting and Broad. Your challenges are Other, Fleeting and Narrow. And from these beliefs, a High IDQ naturally grows.
Use The Difficulty
Every setback, challenge, and worry you face is a chance to build a High IDQ.
As a young actor, Sir Michael Caine was given advice that stayed with him for life. In rehearsals one day, there was a scene where he had to walk through a door into a room. But he couldn’t get through the door because a chair was in the way.
He complained to his Director, who simply replied, “Use the difficulty”.
He explained to Caine that when he faced a problem, he should look for what he could create from it rather than give in to it.
For example, he told Sir Michael to smash the chair if he were in a drama. In a comedy, he could fall over it. The idea was to use problems as tools to help him achieve his Outcomes.
Caine said that this became his “line for life”. This outlook has helped him develop the inner strength to be confident, resilient and successful in tough times.
Ring the bells that can still ring. Forget your perfect offering. There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.
Leonard Cohen
“Use the difficulty” is our theme for Review and Preview. It teaches us that challenging moments are the perfect time to employ the 7 Skills and build a High IDQ. It helps to view these worrying events as an opportunity to “Use the Difficulty” and develop your inner strength.
Review and Preview works with those testing moments. It transforms them from limiting events into raw material to forge a High IDQ.
Incorporating Review & Preview into my daily routine has been a game-changer. Initially, it was just another task on my to-do list, but now it’s as essential as my morning coffee. The clarity and focus I gain each day are invaluable. Review & Preview has helped me tackle everyday stresses with a positive attitude and a clear mind.
Sarah Kim
You’re Going To Need A Routine
Grab a notebook and think of R&P as a long-term drill that exercises your brain and reshapes your thinking. It requires planning, repetition, and practice over time. While the drills themselves become simple and enjoyable once honed, committing to the process is crucial.
You begin with an Outcome and work to get a routine established. And soon, it becomes a habit. Over time, your R&P habits become second nature, fitting seamlessly into your lifestyle while providing enjoyment and a deeper understanding of yourself.
And that’s when they have become part of your Identity, leading the sifting and sorting process that creates your edited reality.
To develop your own R&P routine, set a regular time that works for you right from the start.
Some of my clients preferred starting their day with R&P, enjoying a cuppa while jotting down their thoughts in a notebook. Others find the train commute to and from work ideal for their R&P practice.
Some make it a habit to engage in R&P after returning home from work or school drop-offs. And for those looking to wind down before bedtime, switching off the TV an hour earlier creates the perfect space for R&P. Work out what works for you.
As for me, I follow a Journalling/R&P routine that many of my clients have found highly successful. Each morning, I sit down with a coffee and reflect on the previous day, noting the main events and exploring my reactions. It’s a fantastic way to delve deeper into my feelings, thoughts, and behaviours.
I review my week’s diary every Sunday morning to wrap up the week. This provides a valuable overview of both my successes and areas where I could improve.
By analysing challenges that turned out well, I can identify Strengths, Qualities, and Abilities (SQAs) that I can apply to other aspects of my life. It’s remarkable how these SQAs can even shed a positive light on areas where I initially felt dissatisfied.
This routine has been the best one for me and moat of my clients. It’s a great starting point to overcome initial hurdles and establish a solid R&P practice.
The sculpture is already complete within the marble block before I start my work. It is already there. I just have to chisel away the superfluous material
MICHAELANGELO
As a busy mom, I never made time for self-reflection before discovering R&P. But working through the guided CLARITY FIRST routine helped me understand how and why I react to things they way I did. I now take 10 minutes each morning to review and set my outlook for the day. It has made me more patient, resilient and effective even on my most stressful days. It’s now a favourite daily routine.
Angela long
So, the obvious question is, for how long?
You may wonder, “How long should I commit to R&P?” I recommend planning for twelve months. Habits and routines play a big role in our lives. After all, our old thinking patterns are deeply rooted habits. To build a High IDQ, we must build new habits to replace the old ones.
Some sources imply that changing our neurology takes only a few weeks, but research suggests it usually takes longer. For most people, four to six months is a more realistic timeframe to see results. So, remember, your commitment is essential, and success lies in weaving R&P into your routine.
Here’s what I’ve observed from working with my clients: those who establish a fixed routine that aligns with their lifestyle achieve terrific results. On the other hand, those who are more random soon lose momentum and miss out on the benefits.
And here’s the good news. You’ll begin to see benefits right from the start. The process is easy, enjoyable, and rewarding, keeping you engaged as you focus on the most important aspects of your nature. Many clients, like myself, find it compelling and never stop.
Enjoying the journey and noticing the progress you are making step by step is essential. The end goal is a High IDQ. But if that’s your sole focus, you’ll become frustrated and probably give up.
But you’ll be making incremental discoveries and improvements right from the off. So focus on them and enjoy each one.
Now, it’s time for you to embrace the R&P habit.
So, let’s move forward and explore Review and Preview together. It’s a simple approach to creating powerful and empowering change. We’ve developed the mnemonic CLARITY FIRST to make it even easier.
CLARITY FIRST is a carefully crafted process. It will take you on your R&P journey, in which you’ll grow your IDQ into that of a true champion!
First up on this journey of discovery is CLARITY Part 1. This step uncovers the hidden forces that allow pressure to get to you. You’ll gain the insights that allow you to take control over your thoughts, feelings and actions.
CLARITY Part 2 goes on to reveal the secret inner strengths you never knew you had. You’ll peel back the layers of your Identity and learn how to harness it in the face of adversity.
Finally, it’s time to rise with FIRST. In this stage, you put it all together to stare down future challenges and perform at your confident best.
Remember the key …
Consistency is vital. Establish your routine and keep building those High IDQ habits.
Get ready for a transformational journey where you’ll uncover a happy, impressive and confident version of yourself. Read all about CLARITY in the next chapter to begin unlocking your full potential.
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