Stages of Change
"Sitting on the fence"; ambivalence
What is contemplation?
Doing exactly what is needed in the moment.
What is willingness?
a peer touches you on the shoulder
What is a physical boundary?
"I am powerless."
"I was powerless in the past, but I do have power now"
What is Maintenance?
Facilitates quick communication; helpful for facilitating orienting and grounding
What is internal broadcast system?
What is an emotional boundary?
"I have to be perfect to be in control."
"I can have control and still make mistakes"
"I can do this"; actively taking steps towards change
What is action?
Activates the mammalian dive reflex
What is TIPP?
"I will not do my trauma homework after 8pm."
What is a personal boundary?
"Everyone always tries to control me."
"Some people tried to control me in the past, but not everyone will want to do that to me"
"ignorance is bliss"; Denial
What is Precontemplation?
A skill used for protecting from threats or distressing experiences.
What is protective armor imagery?
"I'm really not comfortable discussing politics with you."
What is an intellectual boundary?
"I have no control over my future."
"There have been many times where it has felt like I have had no control, and there are many things I can do to help myself plan for the future."
"I’ve got to do something about this — this is serious. Something has to change. What can I do?”
What is Preparation?
Most effectively used as distress tolerance skill
What is Radical Acceptance?
"I am going to intervene when there is bullying internally."
What is a personal boundary?
"I have to do it all myself."
"Everyone needs support sometimes. I am working on identifying safe people in my life that can help."