Framework - Immunity to Change Process Map / 4 Column Method

Here is the Summary of the entire Framework that I have discussed in this video.

Ref - This Model Immunity to Change Process Map / 4 Column Method is taking from Book - Immunity to Change by Robert Legan and Lisa Lahey

1. Introduction
• Welcome and Purpose: Start by welcoming your client and explaining the purpose of the session. Outline what the Immunity to Change process is and how it can help them achieve their goals.
• Session Overview: Provide a brief overview of the session structure.
2. Identify the Improvement Goal
• Question: "What is one significant change you want to make in your life right now?"
• Discussion: Help the client articulate their improvement goal clearly. Ensure it is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
3. Explore Behaviors
• Question: "What are you currently doing or not doing that is preventing you from achieving this goal?"
• Discussion: Facilitate a discussion to identify specific behaviors or actions that are counterproductive to achieving the goal. Encourage the client to be honest and detailed.
4. Uncover Hidden Commitments
• Question: "What underlying commitments or beliefs might be driving these behaviors?"
• Discussion: Guide the client to reflect on their hidden commitments. These are often protective commitments that conflict with their improvement goal.
5. Identify Big Assumptions
• Question: "What powerful assumptions or beliefs are supporting your hidden commitments?"
• Discussion: Help the client uncover and articulate these big assumptions. These are the deep-seated beliefs that need to be challenged.
6. Challenge and Test Assumptions
• Question: "How can we test these assumptions to see if they hold true?"
• Discussion: Brainstorm small experiments or actions the client can take to test their assumptions. The aim is to gather evidence to either support or refute these beliefs.
7. Develop Action Plan
• Question: "What specific steps will you take to start challenging these assumptions and move towards your goal?"
• Discussion: Create a concrete action plan with the client. Ensure the steps are actionable and realistic. Set timelines and agree on how progress will be tracked.
8. Reflection and Commitment
• Reflection: Ask the client to reflect on what they have learned about themselves during the session.
• Commitment: Secure the client’s commitment to their action plan. Ask them how they will stay accountable.
9. Closing
• Summary: Summarize the key points of the session, including the improvement goal, identified behaviors, hidden commitments, big assumptions, and action plan.
• Encouragement: Offer words of encouragement and express confidence in their ability to make the desired change.
• Next Steps: Schedule the next session and discuss what the client should focus on until then.

Example Questions for Each Stage
1. Identify the Improvement Goal:
○ "What change do you deeply desire to see in your life?"
○ "How will achieving this goal impact your overall well-being?"
2. Explore Behaviors:
○ "What actions or inactions are preventing you from reaching this goal?"
○ "Can you provide examples of when you’ve exhibited these behaviors?"
3. Uncover Hidden Commitments:
○ "What fears or beliefs might be behind these behaviors?"
○ "What are you protecting yourself from by holding onto these actions?"
4. Identify Big Assumptions:
○ "What do you believe will happen if you let go of these behaviors?"
○ "How true are these beliefs in your current context?"
5. Challenge and Test Assumptions:
○ "What small step can you take to test this belief?"
○ "What would happen if you acted as if this assumption were not true?"
6. Develop Action Plan:
○ "What specific actions will you take this week to challenge these assumptions?"
○ "How will you measure your progress towards your goal?"
7. Reflection and Commitment:
○ "What insights have you gained from today’s session?"
○ "What commitments are you making to yourself moving forward?"
By following this structured approach, you can effectively guide your client through the Immunity to Change process, helping them to uncover hidden barriers and make meaningful progress towards their goals.