Describe Which Stage of Change Each of the Following Situations

question 54

Essay

Describe which stage of change each of the following situations represents,and provide two appropriate strategies in each case to help the person move forward in the cycle of change.
José wants to get back into shape,but he can't figure out how to fit activity into his day and doesn't know what to do next about his desire to change.
Ellen has tried unsuccessfully to quit smoking in the past and now assumes that she won't ever be able to quit.
Gary has decided to improve his diet,beginning in two weeks;he has already started to change by eating cereal for breakfast at home one day per week rather than picking up his usual fast food breakfast on the way to his first class.

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Definitions:

Essential Part

A component or element that is crucial or necessary for the functionality, operation, or completeness of a whole.

Coaching

The process of guiding an individual or team to improve their skills, performance, or personal development.

Obstacles

Barriers, impediments, or hurdles that hinder progress towards achieving a goal or objective.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that people are motivated to perform actions based on the expected outcomes and the value they place on those outcomes.