Creating a well-formed outcome is a powerful NLP technique for effectively aligning the conscious and unconscious minds and achieving specific goals. A well-formed outcome includes several key elements that contribute to its success:
Begin by identifying your desired outcome in positive terms. This entails concentrating on what you want rather than what you don’t want. Frame your goal in a way that excites and fulfills you, and include specifics like when, where, and with whom the outcome will occur.
Convert to Sense-Based Language: Using sense-based language, describe your outcome, including what you can see, touch, feel, taste, and smell. This allows you to connect more deeply with your goals, define them precisely, and stimulate the motivation and creativity of your unconscious mind.
Self-Started and Self-Controlled: Identify the aspects of the outcome that are directly within your control and influence. Highlight your ability to take action and effect change, which builds confidence and accountability. Recognize that in order to achieve larger or longer-term goals, you may need to influence others and deal with challenges.
Contextualize the Result: Give your outcome context by specifying when and where it should occur. Consider the circumstances and environment surrounding your goal, such as the resources, energy, personnel, and time needed for success.
Secondary Gain and Ecology: Address personal ecology by ensuring that your outcome is in line with your needs, aspirations, and values. Ensure that all aspects of yourself are happy with the outcome, as inner conflicts can stymie progress. Keep an eye out for any hidden incentives to stay stuck and deal with them honestly.
Resources: Determine whether you have all of the resources required to achieve your goal. Consider “soft resources” such as connections, goodwill, time, and knowledge in addition to financial resources. Make a plan to acquire the necessary resources and take steps toward your goal.
Whole System Ecology: Consider how your decision may affect other people and systems, such as families, businesses, or government agencies. Make certain that your goal does not have a negative impact on your relationships or cause potential conflicts. Continue to improve your outcome by remaining flexible and open to new ideas.
By adhering to these well-defined outcome principles, you can direct your motivations, values, and desires in a powerful direction. This method enables you to set meaningful and attainable goals while also considering your overall impact on yourself and the world around you. You can shape your outcomes to foster personal excellence and success by focusing on ecology and flexibility in NLP.
You can also use the ACHIEVE framework to enhance your well defined outcomes.