The Stages of Change
Explore the stages of change – Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance – along with the challenges of the average American lifestyle. Reflect on self-awareness, motivation, and the importance of planning and support networks in successful personal development.
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The Stages of Change
What are the answers for you?
Average American Lifestyle Challenges Social media and social isolation Fast food Sleep Physical activity Increased job demands Multi-tasking Etc.
For every complex problem there is an easy answer, and it is wrong. H.L. Mencken
Successful Living Successful Changing
Stages of Change Precontemplation Preparation Maintenance Action Contemplation Changing for Good Prochaska, Norcross, Diclemente
Precontemplation = Awareness Contemplation = Insight Preparation = Planning Action = Make the move Maintenance = Long-term effort
Precontemplation Life s milestones confront us with realities about ourselves No. Not me!
Self awareness can be: Liberating or Met with defenses Denial Excuses We need information and hope.
Contemplation Well, maybe. To change or not to change? Search for certainty. Act too soon.
Facing the unknown vulnerability fear powerlessness body image loneliness resentment
Need motivation to act Need motivation Ask the tough questions What are the consequences of change to self and others
Preparation Action plan Multiple methods Social/financial support Reinforcement Learn skills Share commitment and plan Create support network So okay. What do I do now?
Celebrate! Recognize how far you have come!
Action = Change Okay. Keep on track Avoid triggers Let s do this. Practice resistance Reframe thinking
What feelings are you experiencing? Can you say it out loud or write it down? Is there something you want to do for yourself or another? Is it a listening heart or a specific action that is needed?
Maintenance Common threats: Social pressures Over confidence Self blame Special situations Need supportive systems It is possible!
Opportunity for reconstruction Freedom to choose
This training provided a new and effective way for me to approach change in my life. The time spent was well worth it. I would like my co-workers to take part in this training. I will apply learnings from today in my personal life. 1 - strongly disagree | 2 - disagree | 3 - no opinion | 4 - agree | 5 - strongly agree
