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What a nice change! Unlike most self-help books out there, this one is actually based on research for a change. Based on this Phd's work on how people change, this guy has uncovered the different, predictable stages of change that people go through when they attempt to get themselves to change. Although the stages are fairly predictable, not everybody goes through them in the exact same order as some people skip various stages on their way to changing their behaviour. A great book all-in-all, it's definitely worth a look. Also... more info
An excellent analysis of how people change. The Changing for Good approach represents a revolution in the way in which we think about health related behaviours. Prochaska et al have come up with an analysis of behaviour change processes which will transform the way in which we approach the promotion of health in our society. This work represents a sea change in our attitude to and understanding of the way in which lifestyle changes can shape the health and social profile of society. The impact of Changing for Good may re-introduce attention to... more info
Don't call it denial anymore-that doesn't help! This easily explains why some people can stop behaviors, while others cannot. I have worked with criminal offenders for over 10 years and have begun incorportating the step by step techniques described in this book to all of our programming for offenders. It also helped me to begin something that I have wanted to do, but always found excuses to avoid. The book is simple to read, with personal stories to illustrate each point. Whether you would like to quit smoking, drinking, or want to start an excercise... more info
"I knew that..." This book is both revolutionary and profoundly familiar. Change happens not all at once, but in progressive stages, and there are unique tasks that must be accomplished for each stage. It's like gardening--starts with tilling the soil, adding compost, laying out the beds, planting, etc. It would be absurd to simply arrive at the untilled garden patch and shout, "I want tomatoes!" It is also a mistake to try to change oneself before the preliminary work is done. The book is particularly useful in talking... more info
