11: S.H.I.F.T. - A Framework for Reframing your Inner Narrative

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Content Summary:

• Essay: The S.H.I.F.T. Framework for reframing your inner narrative
• Quote: Shift your story, shift your life
• Visual: Shifting your thinking

Unlock Your Mind's Hidden Superpower with the 5-Step Shift Framework

Hey there.

I know you might be going through a tough time right now, and everything feels a bit overwhelming.

I want to share something with you that I wish I'd known earlier in my life. It might sound a bit strange at first, but bear with me. Have you ever stopped to think about the stories you're telling yourself?

You know, those thoughts that run through your head all day, shaping how you see yourself and the world around you?

I bet you're thinking, "Well, yeah, but those stories are just based on what's happening to me.

It's not like I can change them." I get it. That's exactly what I used to think too.

But what if I told you that those stories aren't just passive reflections of your reality, but actually powerful forces shaping it?

Here's the thing I've discovered over the years: We have way more control over these narratives than we realize. And by changing them, we can literally shift our future. I know it sounds a bit out there but stick with me.

I've developed this framework called SHIFT.

It's helped me turn my life around, and I think it could do the same for you. It goes like this:

1. Spot the Story: First, you've got to catch yourself in the act. What story are you telling yourself right now?

2. Hold it up to the light: Take a good, hard look at that story. Is it really true? Where did it come from?

3. Interpret with intention: Choose a different way to look at things. One that empowers you rather than holds you back.

4. Form a new thought: Create a new story that aligns with where you want to go, not where you've been.

5. Take action aligned with your new belief: This is crucial. Act as if this new story is true, and watch what happens.

I know you're probably thinking, "That sounds great and all, but how can changing my thoughts really make a difference when life keeps throwing curveballs?"

Trust me, I've been there. But here's the crazy thing: When you start shifting your internal narrative, you start seeing opportunities you never noticed before. You react differently to challenges.

You make different choices.

And bit by bit, your external reality starts to shift too.

But let me ask you this: If we have this much power to shape our lives through our thoughts, why do so many of us feel stuck and powerless? What's holding us back from embracing this ability to rewrite our stories?

Here's the thing: Change isn't just about understanding a concept.

It's about putting it into practice. That's why I've created a worksheet to help you apply the SHIFT framework to a specific situation in your life right now.

This worksheet will guide you through each step of the SHIFT process:

1. Spot the Story: Write down the thought or belief that's bothering you.

2. Hold it up to the light: List reasons why this thought may not be accurate or is overly negative.

3. Interpret with intention: Rewrite the narrative. Instead of focusing on what's going wrong, how can you view this as a growth opportunity.

4. Form a new thought: Write a positive, empowering statement that reflects the new perspective.

5. Take action with your new belief: List one actionable step that reinforces the shift in your narrative.

By working through this worksheet, you'll start to see how powerful this framework can be. You'll notice how your perspective shifts, and with it, your emotional state and your potential actions.

Remember, this isn't about positive thinking or denying reality. It's about recognizing the stories we tell ourselves, challenging them when they don't serve us, and consciously choosing narratives that empower us to create the future we want.

So, are you ready to SHIFT your story? Grab the worksheet and let's get started. Your future self will thank you for taking this step today.

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A Quote - Shift your story, shift your life

A Visual - Shifting Your Thinking

Image Source: https://x.com/SeekLifeMastery

Until next week...thanks for reading!

Jon Giganti Author. Speaker. Leader.

Attention requires a focused head.
Intention requires a focused heart.

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