WWWWW

I've recently been wrestling with the idea of I should ___ or I wish I ___ . Things like that.

After adopting a paper planner, I became reminded of the idea Do it now or write it down which helps to alleviate procrastination or just forgetfulness in general. I've been seeing good results from it, but I wanted to apply it to the above problem.

Wishes that revolve around a should rarely get acted upon (in my experience). I Should work out. I Should drink more water. Etc.

So why not apply this procrastination solution to the Shoulds, and what does it look like?

Practice

I find that the best way to reject a Should is with a WWWWW (Who/What/When/Where/Why).

I should exercise more turns into I will go for a 30 minute run after work on MWF at the park near my house, because it's good for me. This works especially great if you are using a planner. You can write it down for exactly when you're going to do it.

I know the concept is obvious. We're all adults here, but just being explicit about this principle is pretty transformative. And recognizing it in others' speech allows you to bring this problem of Shoulds to attention without just acting doubtful of how likely that person will follow through.

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