Wanting change vs. wanting to change
Most people don't really want to change, they want to have changed.
When people profess a clear desire to change, that usually means they are interested in change as an outcome rather than change as a process.
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Contemplating change
People become increasingly aware of the potential benefits of making a change, but the costs to make the change creates conflict and uncertainty that can last months or even years. People in this stage view change as a process of giving something up rather than a means of gain.
We don't like change
- Some people say they want to change, but they don't really mean it.
- Even when altering our behavior represents all reward and no risk and clinging to the status quo can costs us our careers and relationships, we still resist change.
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Barriers to hope
- Experiences & emotions when it's clear that outcome of a situation can no longer be controlled.
- Inability to bring about a change that we desire in our life.
- Absence of support or a solid support network.
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