Change is difficult due to hidden competing commitments from "summary" of Immunity to Change by Robert Kegan,Lisa Laskow Lahey
When we embark on a journey of change, we often encounter roadblocks that hinder our progress. These obstacles can manifest in the form of hidden competing commitments that lurk beneath the surface of our conscious awareness. These commitments act as counterforces that sabotage our efforts to transform and grow. We may set out with the best of intentions, but these hidden commitments can hold us back, preventing us from reaching our full potential. These competing commitments are deeply ingrained within us, stemming from our innermost beliefs, values, and fears. They operate beneath our conscious awareness, driving our actions and decisions in ways that contradict our stated goals. We may tell ourselves that we want to change, but these hidden commitments keep us rooted in familiar patterns and behaviors, making it difficult to break free from our old wa...
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