The Stages of Change Model
(Adapted from Changing for Good, Prochaska, et. al, 1995)
Precontemplation – Resisting Change
Unaware and in denial about issue
Resistant, defensive, angry, avoidant
Contemplation – Change is on the Horizon
Examining how issue affects self and others
Emotional, brittle, uninformed
Preparation – Getting Ready for Change
Examining how to change and what life will look after change
Hopeful, informed
Action – Time to Move
Implementing the plan and taking direct actions
Determined, confident, proactive
Maintenance – Staying There
Integrating the change into long-term behavior
Shifting short-term strategies into new beliefs
Determined, wary, connected to support
Termination – Exiting the Cycle of Change
The change is a part of the self
No desire to go back to old issue