Bhava
Guide
Science
What research shows about imagery, goals and emotions.
ScienceBest Possible Self Exercise: How to Do It and What It DoesThe best possible self exercise, step by step: what Laura King's study and a 29-study meta-analysis found, writing prompts, an example and useful variations.ScienceImplementation Intentions: If-Then Plans That Get You MovingImplementation intentions explained: what Gollwitzer's research found, dozens of real if-then plan examples, a template and how to pair them with the WOOP method.ScienceThe Science of Visualization: What Studies Really ShowThe science of visualization, sorted by strength of evidence: mental rehearsal, best possible self, if-then plans, positive fantasies and what remains unproven.ScienceGratitude Practice: What It Does and 4 Ways to StartA gratitude practice that actually helps: what research from Emmons to Seligman shows, gratitude journaling, three good things, the gratitude letter and how often.