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SANTA ROSA, CA. ~ What is Memory Back Guarantee? MBG is our mental toolbox. It is a collection of our innate skills and talents which we use unconsciously every day.


The


four categories of mental tools are


prepar-


ing, using the senses, making associations and using


informa-


tion (action and thought).


As we become


more acquainted with our nat- ural abilities we can use them much more effectively and our benefits are multiplied, our confidence grows and our rapport with others increases dramatically. Everyone has these four


categories of tools, but few of us use them to their maximum effectiveness because we’ve never been taught how. And yet, strangely, discovering the tools and how to use them effectively is easy.


Through the use of appre-


ciative inquiry we can ask ourselves positive questions about successful interactions in the past, develop themes of strengths we posses, then design our compelling propo- sition toward a dream, in this case toward a lasting Win/Win resolution. As rapport builds between individuals, the same type of inquiry can be used


UPBEAT TIMES • November 2013 • 6 A Win/Win Resolution Strategy by Chance Massaro, M.A. • powcom@sonic.net


to discover the skills and tal- ents of those with whom we are negotiating. The more we


understand


interests and abilities of both parties, the more collaboration is possible and the more satisfying the interaction. What we know about Win/Win Lasting agree- ments emerge from address- ing interests. In any dispute the “issue” or “what


I want” is one perceived way of satisfying an individual’s interests. Being able to clear- ly define one’s own interests is the first step toward suc- cessful resolution.


The sec-


ond step is discovering the interests of the other party. The more I know about you the easier it will be for me to work toward your satisfaction as well as my own.


Use Your Genius


After your basic interests are clear, open your mental tool box appreciatively and assem- ble your strengths to accom- pany your intent.


Prepare Inventory your beliefs about yourself, your partner and the situation in general. List your assumptions. Engender empowering


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JOKES & Humor # 3 As a birthday gift a father decided to get his son a bass guitar and some lessons. After the first lesson the boy's father asked him how his lesson went: "It went great Dad, I learned to play on the first 5 frets on the top string!" The father applauded his son's efforts. The next week his father asked about the second lesson: "It was great Dad, today I learned to play the first 5 frets on the second string!" His father once again applauded his son. The next week his father again asked about his lesson: "I blew it off . . . I had a gig!"


Weird Facts & Fun Trivia - 2


Watermelon has 1200 varieties.


The smaller the berry, the sweeter it is.


When honey is consumed, it will enter your blood- stream within 20 minutes.


The term pound cake originated from the pound of butter needed to make it.


Bubble gum flavor comes from the mixture of wintergreen, vanilla, and cassia (a type of cinnamon)


Popcorn has existed for about 6000 years.


To prevent bananas from turning brown, put them in the refrigerator. You may also squeeze lemon juice on apples and bananas to prevent oxidation.


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Love one another and you will be happy.


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It's as simple and as difficult as that. ~Michael Leunig


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