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There's a concept I use with many of my clients, and I've never actually spoken about it on this podcast until now. It's called preferred futures, a concept from narrative therapy. It's about getting clear on two things: where your life is actually headed if nothing changes, and where it could go if you make the changes you've been thinking about. In this episode I walk through exactly how I use this with clients, including: getting honest about where you're headed if nothing changes how this clarity can help you how to build a clear picture of the future you actually want the stories you're…
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