sw:motivate

Generate Elephant intervention plans and save them to docs/switch/interventions.

Updated Apr 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Untangling-Systems/switch --skill sw-motivate
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Skill: sw:motivate
Source: https://github.com/Untangling-Systems/switch/tree/main/skills/sw-motivate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Untangling-Systems/switch --skill sw-motivate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps practitioners shift the emotional mind to support change by designing targeted Elephant interventions based on a formal diagnosis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Find the target emotion: identify a triggering feeling that motivates action.
  • Shrink the change: design a first tiny step that can be completed in minutes.
  • Grow Your People (Identity): craft an identity-aligned reframing to sustain change.
  • Use Case: After a diagnose, run /sw:motivate to produce an emotionally resonant plan and save to docs/switch/interventions.

Quick Start

Run /sw:motivate after a diagnosis to generate the Elephant intervention plan and save it to docs/switch/interventions/elephant-{slug}-{date}.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about sw:motivate

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I design interventions to motivate emotional resistance to change?

To motivate emotional resistance to change, design Elephant-focused interventions that identify a triggering feeling, shrink the change into a tiny first step, and craft an identity-aligned reframing to sustain action.

What is an Elephant intervention in change management?

An Elephant intervention in change management targets the emotional mind by finding a target emotion that triggers action, shrinking the change into a minutes-long task, and growing identity to sustain the new behavior.

How do I create an intervention plan after diagnosing team behavior?

After diagnosing team behavior, generate an intervention plan by applying the elephant template to target specific emotions, then save the output markdown file directly to the designated interventions directory.

Do I need a formal diagnosis before creating an Elephant intervention plan?

Yes, a formal diagnosis is required. You should run the diagnosis workflow first to identify underlying issues, then apply this skill to generate focused Elephant interventions based on those findings.

What's the best way to shift an emotional mindset during organizational change?

The best way to shift an emotional mindset during organizational change is to target the emotional mind directly by finding a trigger emotion, shrinking the change into a micro-step, and reframing the shift around a new identity.

When should I not use emotional interventions for change management?

You should not use emotional interventions when a formal diagnosis has not been completed. This skill is designed for focused revision of Elephant interventions following a structured, diagnosis-driven workflow.