Motivational Enhancement & Stages of Readiness for Change




Counselor Toolbox Podcast show

Summary: Types of Motivation * Motivation is essential for change * Motivation helps you identify why it is worth the effort to make a change * Motivation helps you keep going when the going gets tough * Change can be hard and uncomfortable * Motivation is different for different goals » Changing people, places and things « Motivation may decrease over time unless you actively maintain it * Going to meetings or counseling * Placing a priority on adequate quality sleep and stress management