1. Adlerian Theory

2. Themes
Inferiority
Motivated to move from a “felt minus” toward “felt plus”
Striving for perfection or superiority
Results in development of the “Fictional Goal”
(later called it “Guiding self idea”)
Leads to development of “Style of Life” or “Lifestyle”.

3. Themes Three main gateways Lifestyle Established by age 4 or 5
Early memories often an indicator
See Exercise in Adlerian psychology on PSYC DWEEB
Incorporate our self concept, self ideal, world view and ethical convictions
4 main types
Ruling
Getting
Avoiding
Socially useful

4. Themes Family Constellation Family relationships Family roles
See attachment on PSYC DWEEB
Birth order
Dreams
Rehearsal for how to deal with problems in the future
Mood
Also an indicator of therapeutic process as they become more active

5. Process Lifestyle Investigation Early memories Family Constellation
Dreams
Reorientation
Determine what they want to become (change the fictional goal)
Asking “The Question”
What would be different if…….?
Acting “As If”
Role Play
Spitting in the Clients Soup
Identify a behavior and ruin the payoff

6. Focus
Encouragement
Most people operate out of discouragement so point out strengths and their ability to change toward a more positive lifestyle