Stages of Change
In this stage of change, a person is evaluating options and weighing pros and cons, but are not ready to take any action at the present.
What is the contemplation stage of change?
Ancient religious traditions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, and Christianity all had components of this , which allows one to practice mindfulness.
What is meditation?
These are repetitive behaviors we experience in our daily routines that have become so automatic that deliberate thinking and/or decision making around them has been eliminated.
What are habits?
People, places, or things can be this.
What is a trigger?
All behavior is compromised by taking these, even in small quantities.
"What are steps?"
Is there a problem?
What is the preparation stage of change?
This is the ability to recognize your own feelings, behaviors, and characteristics.
What is self-awareness?
In Tolkien's writings, Hobbits are usually known as these.
What are halflings?
Having a battle buddy, avoiding or this are ways to combat against triggers.
What is escaping?
Often people will focus on this and forget about the steps to arrive there.
"What is the goal or end results?"
Setting a goal, making plans and small changes.
What is the preparation stage of change?
This is a mindful practice that can help us begin to develop more awareness of the physical sensations within the various parts of the body.
"What is a body scan?"
When we preform habits, it is as if we are on this, which means the behavior has been performed so many times that we skip intentional, decision-making processes.
What is autopilot?
This response is taking a "time out" until cravings and urges subside.
What is delay?
It's important to not only recognize achievements, but to also employ this response.
"What is rewarding?"
Everyone will go through the stages of change as they are attempting to change this.
What is behavior?
Emotional, physical, occupational, social, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, and financial.
What is the Eight Dimensions of Wellness?
A small disruption can lead to this that, upon repetition, may develop into a habit more supportive of current behavioral goals.
What is a replacement action?
When people know certain situations may bring on cravings and urges, they can do employ this response to avoid a lapse.
"What is avoiding or leaving?"
These do not need to be grand in order to be worthwhile and should be rewarded.
"What are accomplishments?"
A "slip" should not be viewed as this, but rather to be seen as an opportunity to provide useful information and experiences for the next attempt.
What is a failure?
DAILY DOUBLE
What is the Well-Being Triad?
This renowned author gave us Bilbo Baggins.
Who is J. R. R. Tolkien?
When experiencing a trigger, craving, or urge, taking this to evaluate thinking can make the difference between refusal and relapse.
What is a pause?
Behaviors that are rewarded are most likely to do this.
What is occur again?