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Method Two: Implementation Appointment

Method Two: Implementation Appointment

Make a plan with yourself for when you are next going to act to further your new goal. Be specific. In particular, plan the specific time and specific place at which you will next act. If you make this plan real by noting when and where it will happen, you’re far more likely to follow through.

The Formula for Setting an Implementation Appointment:

I will [BEHAVIOR] at [TIME] in [LOCATION]

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