How to Coach Yourself and Others Techniques For Coaching | Page 65

Definition
The reframing matrix is a simple technique that helps
examine problems from distinct viewpoints. In other words,
individuals or groups place themselves in the mindsets of
different people and imagine what solutions the latter might
come up with. The reframing matrix was devised by Michael
Morgan.
EXAMPLES OF REFRAMING
Initial frame
I am in a tunnel and I
can’t see a way out.
I am too anxious to
study.
I know I will never be
confident.
When he/she looks at
me like that he/she
hates me.
Beggars are criminals
and might kill me.
He/she is out at night
and that means that
he/she does not love
me any more.
He/she is so boring,
stays in all the time and
does not have a mind of
his/her own.

Every tunnel has an
entrance and exit.
You need to be anxious
enough to concentrate.
Being confident starts
with having insights
about our limits.
People cover up their
hurt by putting a scowl
on their faces.
No one deliberately
wants to fall on hard
times.
Private time away can
help you to appreciate
each other much more.
Thoughtful people put
others first and are a
great port in a storm —
a great source of
security.

Reframe

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