Well Instruct

Many experts know their subject deeply.
But designing a learning experience is a different skill.

When people decide to turn their expertise into a course, workshop, or program, the first instinct is usually to organize the content.
Slides. Modules. Information.

But real learning rarely happens just because information was presented clearly. It happens when the experience helps people think differently, try something new, reflect, and apply what they learned.

That shift from sharing knowledge to designing transformation is the part of learning design that continues to fascinate me.

Because sometimes a small change in how learning is structured can completely change how people engage with what they are learning.

And that moment, when expertise is translated into something that truly helps others transform, is where the real work begins.

Sometimes we notice ourselves repeating habits we would like to change.
Often we already know what we would prefer to do.
The challenge is creating a small moment where a different choice becomes possible.
So here’s a learning recipe you can experiment with.

REMEMBER TO SAVE THE RECIPE 😊

Learning Recipe – The “Instead” Question
Situation:
Sometimes we catch ourselves repeating a behavior we would prefer to change.
Intention:
Create a small pause and explore another option.
What you need
• a moment of awareness
• curiosity
The recipe
1️⃣ Notice the moment when the habit appears.
2️⃣ Pause briefly.
3️⃣ Ask yourself: “What could I try instead?”
4️⃣ Choose a small alternative action.
It might be something simple like standing up, taking a breath, writing a note, or starting a task.
That’s it.
The question creates a small space for choice.
Make it easier to remember
You might write the word “Instead?” on a post-it note or set a small reminder on your phone.
If it doesn’t happen
Habits take time to notice.
The next time the moment appears, you can simply ask the question again.
Repeat
Each time you pause and ask the question, you strengthen the ability to choose differently.
Notice & celebrate
Even noticing the habit is already a step forward.
Small awareness moments matter.
You can also share it
This small recipe might help:
• a colleague trying to shift a habit
• a student developing better study patterns
• a friend experimenting with behavior change
Sometimes a single question can open a new path.
✨ If you experiment with this, I’d love to hear what you notice.
You can also save this recipe or share it with someone who might enjoy trying it.

A small note about these recipes.
I’m not the expert in every practice you’ll see here.
My work is in learning design and behaviour change — helping people turn ideas into meaningful learning experiences. These “learning recipes” are small examples of how simple structure can help ideas turn into action.

Learning Recipe - Ten-Minute Focus Start

Situation: Sometimes it’s hard to focus when there are many things competing for our attention.

Intention: Just try ten minutes of focused work today.

No need to finish the task, just begin.



What you need:

• one task you want to work on

• a timer (phone or computer)

• about 10 minutes

The recipe:

1️⃣ Choose one task you want to work on.

2️⃣ Set a timer for 10 minutes.

3️⃣ During those 10 minutes, focus only on that task.

4️⃣ When the timer ends, you can stop — or continue if momentum builds.

That’s it. Ten minutes is enough to begin.

Sometimes starting is the hardest part, and a short focus window can help reduce resistance.



Make it easier to remember: Attach this to moments when you begin work.

For example:

• when you open your laptop

• at the beginning of your workday

• after finishing a break

You might set a quick reminder for yourself so you remember to experiment with it.



If it doesn’t happen, That’s normal.

Learning something new often takes reminders and repetition.

Just try again the next time you remember.



Repeat:

Try it again tomorrow.

Short focus periods repeated over time can gradually strengthen concentration.



Notice & celebrate:

After the ten minutes, pause for a moment and notice what changed.

Even starting the task is progress.



You can also share it

This small recipe might help:

• a student starting homework

• a colleague beginning a report

• a friend feeling stuck on a project

Sometimes ten minutes is enough to get things moving.



✨ If you experiment with this, I’d love to hear what you notice.



A small note about these recipes.

I’m not an expert in every practice you’ll see here. I’m a learning professional working in behavior change.

Most of us already know many helpful ideas, what we often need is the how.

That’s why I share these small learning recipes.

Learning Recipe – The Five-Minute Tidy Start

Situation: Sometimes a messy space feels overwhelming, and we don’t know where to begin.

Intention: Try a five-minute tidy today.

No need to clean everything — just begin somewhere small.

What you need:

• one small area to tidy

• a timer

• about 5 minutes

The recipe:

1️⃣ Choose a small area (a corner of your desk, a shelf, or part of a table).

2️⃣ Set a timer for 5 minutes.

3️⃣ Tidy only that small space.

4️⃣ When the timer ends, you can stop — or continue if momentum builds.

That’s it.

Sometimes starting small makes a task feel much lighter.

Make it easier to remember

You might try this when you're about to leave your desk, or whenever you notice a small mess building up.

A small reminder on your phone or a note nearby can help you remember to experiment with it.

If the space stays messy

That happens.

This recipe simply helps make starting easier.

Whenever you notice the space again, you can try another five-minute reset.

Repeat

Small tidying moments from time to time can gradually change how a space feels.

Notice & celebrate

After the five minutes, pause and notice the difference.

Even one cleared space counts as progress.

✨ If you experiment with this, I’d love to hear what you notice.



A small note about these recipes.

I’m not an expert in every practice you’ll see here. I’m a learning professional working in behavior change.

Most of us already know many helpful ideas, what we often need is the how.

That’s why I share these small learning recipes.

Have you ever felt like you have so much to give - but aren’t sure how to package it?

That was me for years. Now, I help consultants, coaches, and wellness professionals turn their expertise into a clear, impactful program.

This isn’t just another course — it’s a pilot round, co-created with founding members whose voices shape the future.

✨ Ready to make an impact?
Link in bio to learn more!

Have you ever felt like you he so much to give - but aren’t sure how to package it?

That was me for years. Now, I help consultants, coaches, and wellness professionals turn their expertise into a clear, impactful program.

This isn’t just another course — it’s a pilot round, co-created with founding members whose voices shape the future.

✨ Ready to make an impact?
Link in bio to learn more!