LUX LIT: Switch, How to Change Things When Things are Hard
LUX Lit Alert! As society and life continues to transform and evolve, some wonder if it always has to be so hard. A new book called Switch: How to Change Things When Things are Hard aims to share some powerful insights on creating change in our lives as well as in the world through a lens of HOPE.
What we love most about this book is that the authors Chip and Dan Heath share a new ‘approach’ to change versus the typical what’s wrong and how to fix it standard mode of operandi. So instead of understanding the problem and discussing ways to solve it, the book suggests we ask different questions altogether. Basically, it suggests we shift our attention to what’s working in the situation and ask how you can create more of ‘that.’
Interesting concept, wouldn’t you agree? To not focus on the part you want to fix, but to draw your attention to that which is working. This approach supports the phrase ‘you get what you focus on’ and therefore, if you choose to see what’s working then you can actually bring a completely new outlook to the situation. Definitely a much more LUX-worthy way of seeing change if I do say so myself!
“In tough times, we’ll see problems everywhere, and “analysis paralysis” will often kick in. That’s why, to make progress on a change, we need to provide crystal-clear direction—show people where to go, how to act, what destination to pursue. And that’s why bright spots are so essential: They provide the road map.” —Excerpt from the book, via fastcompany.com
The book also talks about the different ways we receive information and how to incorporate the information so that all parts of our brain can respond to the change together, instead of separately! They discuss techniques on approaching the rational, logical side as well as the emotional one. They also use real life examples of how this approach is not only possible, but also much easier when utilized in times of transition!
So whether you’re looking to change careers, a belief or adopt a new eco-behavior this book just might be the read you’ve been looking for!
What do you think LUX Nation? Does this book sound like something you would be wiling to read? Are you interested in gaining some inspiration on how to approach change in your own life?
Life.Love.LUX.
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