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What happens in Step 3 of the Swish Pattern?

Practice question from Advanced B1S8 — bank. The correct answer is highlighted below with a full explanation.

Options

  1. A

    You identify the trigger that causes the limiting behaviour

  2. B

    You repeat the peak image seven times until it feels real

  3. You place the peak image as a tiny dot in the corner of the limiting image, then let it explode and take over at speed

    Correct answer

  4. D

    You associate into the peak image and hold it for two minutes

Why this is the answer

The mechanics of the Swish Pattern involve speed and replacement. The peak image starts small (non-threatening to the nervous system) and then rapidly overtakes the limiting image. Speed is essential — the pattern works by overwhelming the old neural pathway before resistance can form.

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