Change Quote: “The first step on the path to positive change is acknowledgement that change is necessary and possible. Open yourself to the possibility of seeing the world in a new way." by Alex Blackwell. Most of us are great at making decisions and following through and over time we seem to go back to what we did originally. What needs to happen for lasting positive change?Information shared on this episode:* reflecting on your change and considering a change model is helpful. Check out this link for more information on the model we referenced: https://www.slideshare.net/lehnent/prochaska-and-di-clementes-transtheoretical-model-of-change * you may feel that you can’t change * helpful to align change to your vision * neuroplasticity has shown us that change creation can range from 18 to 254 days * not limited by age to learn something new * fear of failure can be a blocker to change * reflect on your goals and action plan if you are not making progress * don’t focus on too many goals at once * our self talk is important and can be captured through daily mood journals and challenging our thinking * being open to feedback can be helpful * being aware of how you cope with change * creating affirmations can be useful to reframing unhelpful thinking: https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/the-wise-open-mind/201108/5-steps-make-affirmations-work-you * asking ourselves questions is important for our reflection and supporting positive change. check out this website for excellent resources: https://www.betterquestions.com.au/shopping/all-products/1/1 * C E L E B R A T E - your progress daily; not just at the end

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