He explains: On completing the self-assessment exercises, the heir should be able to envision some possible futures—perhaps both alluring and disturbing ones. It is likely that these visions contain certain latent assumptions that may predispose the heir to a less-than-optimal course of action. By breaking down one's visions of the future into discrete components, it may be possible to reassemble those parts in unforeseen and satisfying ways. At the very least, such an analysis will bring to light unexamined compromises embedded within the heir's visions, thereby setting the stage for acceptance or reconsideration [Rogal, 1989].