Miracle Question Worksheet
Client Information
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Gender: Date:
Miracle Question
Suppose that one night, while you are sleeping, a miracle happens. The problem that
brought you here is solved. However, because you were sleeping, you didn't know that the
miracle had happened.
1. When you wake up tomorrow morning, what will be the first small signs that the
miracle has happened and the problem is solved?
Describing the Miracle
Take a moment to vividly imagine what your life would be like if the miracle had occurred.
1. Describe in detail what you would notice about your life, your thoughts, your
behaviors, and your relationships.
2. Who else will notice when the miracle happens?
3. What will that person notice is different about you?
4. When that person notices that, what will they do differently then?
5. When that person does that, what difference does it make for you?
6. What will you do differently then?
Signs of Change
1. What are the small, observable signs that would indicate the miracle had
happened? (These could be specific changes in your daily routine, interactions with others,
or internal experiences.)
Scaling the Miracle
1. On a scale of 0 to 10, with 10 representing the full realization of your preferred
future, how close are you to achieving the miracle?
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Next Steps
Based on your description of the miracle and where you are on the scale, what are 2-3
specific, actionable steps you can take to move closer to your preferred future?
1.
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3.
Reference
Bannink, F. (2010). 1001 Solution-focused questions: Handbook for solution-focused
interviewing. W W Norton & Co.