Intention

Consistent intention creates congruence and prevents reactive living. Clear intent does not guarantee that the outcome will match the intent. The source distinguishes specific intention from general meditation. The article says precise target definition is treated as more important than group size in McTaggart's model. Intent is the only aspect of action fully under personal control. The article defines intention as directed mental focus aimed at a specific outcome. Frequent reminders make intention more effective than a one-time annual resolution. Identity can be intentionally chosen and practiced rather than passively discovered. A person may seek a desired result, but the result is never completely controlled by that person. Lack of intention is described as a predictor of underperformance. Seeking clarity is presented as the first high-performance habit. Doorframe triggers can activate a chosen state and gradually turn it into an automatic association. Focused intention is claimed to affect physical or biological targets.