Concepts
The irreducible epistemic atoms underlying the curriculum. 4,828 atoms across 8 types
Two-way door decisions with sub-week reversal costs get 24…
For two-way door decisions where reversal costs under one week of effort, set a decision deadline of 24 hours or less regardless of how the decision feels emotionally.
Override the fixing reflex for unfixable suffering…
When witnessing unfixable suffering, override the fixing reflex by repeatedly returning attention to the person's face, voice, and body language rather than your own internal planning, to maintain presence without absorption.
Three-tier emotional processing
For low-intensity/low-persistence emotions, apply affect labeling only (5 seconds); for moderate-intensity/moderate-persistence, write for 5-10 minutes; for high-intensity/high-persistence, use full 15-20 minute protocol across multiple sessions.
Intercept your default pressure response — one breath +…
When you notice your default pressure response activating (jaw clenching for fight, withdrawal impulse for flight, mental blank for freeze, immediate yes for fawn), take one breath and name what you are feeling before acting.