Do More of What Works.  

One way to solve a problem is to “do more of what works.”
C	Look carefully at any “exceptions” to the problem.  (An exception is a time when the problem doesn’t occur, or when it is less frequent, shorter lasting, or less intense.)  That is, catch yourself being healthy.
C	Repeat those exceptions.  
                 
Describe a problem that gets in the way of your DPP goals: 

 

			      Portrait of An Exception

Think about a typical “exception” to the problem.  

		Where were you?                                                        

		Who were you with?                                                    
		
		What time of day/week was it?                                                                                                        
		What else were you doing?                                            
		
		What were you thinking/feeling?                                     

		What were doing right before this?                                  

What was your role in making the exception happen?

What could you do next week to repeat that exception?