The Stages of Behavior Change and What Most People Forget

Experts say it takes anywhere from 4 to 10 stages to complete a behavior change. On the high end there is Mezirow’s Theory of Transformation which suggest 10 stages: A disorienting dilemma A self examination with feelings of guilt or shame A critical assessment of epistemic, sociocultural, or psychic assumptions Recognition that one’s discontent and […]

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When You’re Good at Giving Advice, But Don’t Take Your Own Advice

There are many people who are very good at providing good advice and counsel to other people. However, many of these same people happen to be very bad at taking their own good advice. If you are a parent then you know exactly what I’m talking about. It’s the old “do as I say, not […]

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Accountability is Important for Teens, But As an Adult It’s a Game Changer

Before you turn 18 accountability is everywhere. Parents hold you accountable. Teachers hold you accountable. Coaches hold you accountable. Even sometimes neighbors, relatives, and teammates hold you accountable. There is so much accountability when people are young that some teens begin to despise others holding them accountable as they grow into adults. This is sad, […]

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