Scenario: Nobody likes to do anything they "have to" do. This can create intrapersonal conflict. Intrapersonal conflict occurs when there is an incompatibility or inconsistency among an individual's cognitive elements.
Solution: However by translating "have to" statements into "choose to, because I want" statements you can get in touch with the intention behind your choice and become conscious of what need it serves.
1. Think of all the things you tell yourself you "have to do" on a daily basis and write them down on a piece of paper. (i.e. I have to do my homework.)
2. Now go back and change every "have to" to "choose to." (i.e. I choose to do my homework.)
3. Add "because I want" to the end of those statements and get in touch with the intentions behind your actions. (i.e. I choose to do my homework because I want to learn and get good grades in order to get into a good college and ultimately get a good job after graduating.)
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