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Wise Interventions

Brief interventions for lasting change

Problem it solves

Wise Interventions addresses limiting beliefs and fixed thinking patterns that prevent growth, offering a framework for cultivating adaptive, growth-oriented perspectives.

Best for

Individuals seeking to make positive changes in their lives

Not ideal for

Those who are not willing to challenge their existing beliefs and mindset

Overview

Why this framework exists

Wise interventions are brief, targeted interventions designed to promote positive change in individuals. They can be used to promote a growth mindset, increase motivation, and improve overall well-being.

Core principles

3 total
  1. Present new scientific information in a clear and concise manner
  2. Use stories and descriptive norms to illustrate key concepts
  3. Ask participants to author a story or reflect on their own experiences

Steps

3 steps
  1. Present new scientific information
    Present new scientific information in a clear and concise manner, using examples and anecdotes to illustrate key concepts.
    Pro tipUse simple, easy-to-understand language to explain complex concepts
    WarningAvoid using jargon or technical terms that may be unfamiliar to participants
  2. Use stories and descriptive norms
    Use stories and descriptive norms to illustrate key concepts and make them more relatable and accessible to participants.
    Pro tipUse stories that are relevant and engaging to participants
    WarningAvoid using stories that are too complex or difficult to follow
  3. Ask participants to author a story
    Ask participants to author a story or reflect on their own experiences, using the new scientific information and stories as a guide.
    Pro tipEncourage participants to be honest and reflective in their storytelling
    WarningAvoid putting too much pressure on participants to come up with a 'perfect' story

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Examples

1 cases
The story of Greg Walton

Greg Walton, a professor of psychology at Stanford University, has developed wise interventions to promote positive change in individuals. His work has shown that even brief interventions can have a lasting impact on an individual's mindset and behavior.

OutcomeWalton's work has helped to develop effective strategies for promoting positive change in individuals, and has shown that brief interventions can be a powerful tool for promoting lasting change.

Common mistakes

3 traps
Not being clear and concise
Presenting new scientific information in a clear and concise manner is essential for wise interventions. Avoid using jargon or technical terms that may be unfamiliar to participants.
Not using relevant and engaging stories
Using stories that are relevant and engaging to participants is essential for wise interventions. Avoid using stories that are too complex or difficult to follow.
Not encouraging honest and reflective storytelling
Encouraging participants to be honest and reflective in their storytelling is essential for wise interventions. Avoid putting too much pressure on participants to come up with a 'perfect' story.

Origin story

How this framework came to be

The concept of wise interventions was developed by Greg Walton, a professor of psychology at Stanford University. His work has shown that even brief interventions can have a lasting impact on an individual's mindset and behavior.

Source

Traced to primary
Source · PODCAST
How to Master Growth Mindset to Improve Performance | Dr. David Yeager
Andrew Huberman · 2024
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