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Chapter 5 - Life Loops Framework

from Part II - Life Design Building Blocks

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 April 2026

Sebastian Kernbach
Affiliation:
University of St. Gallen
Martin J. Eppler
Affiliation:
University of St. Gallen
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This chapter introduces the Life Loops framework – a dynamic, iterative model for navigating change with clarity and momentum. Structured around five key phases (empathy, ideation, prototyping, learning, and perseverance), the framework helps you move from reflection to action, and from stuckness to progress, one loop at a time. Unlike linear change models, Life Loops mirror real life: messy, emotional, and full of iteration. Grounded in science yet deeply human, the framework incorporates procrastination as a source of insight, builds self-efficacy through small wins, and supports emotional regulation. Whether redesigning your morning routine or reimagining your career, this process transforms hesitation into movement. Paired with powerful metaphors like dancing, mapping, or compass-guided navigation, Life Loops invite you to treat your life as an evolving experiment – playful, purposeful, and personal. The loop doesn’t just help you move forward – it helps you bring more of yourself into the future.

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