The One You Feed How to Make Lasting Changes in Your Life with John Norcross
Jan 13, 2023
John Norcross, an internationally recognized expert on behavior change and a distinguished psychology professor, shares invaluable insights on making lasting changes in life. He emphasizes that motivation and willpower are overrated. Instead, understanding the five stages of behavior change is crucial. Norcross also discusses how setbacks can be learning opportunities and the importance of self-monitoring for success. He highlights the role of a supportive network and practical strategies for countering negative behaviors, ultimately guiding listeners toward personal transformation.
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Willpower vs. Skills
- Motivation and willpower are important for starting, but skills are essential for lasting change.
- Over-reliance on willpower can lead to higher failure rates.
Stage Matching
- Match your actions to your stage of change (psych, prep, perspire, persevere, persist).
- Step-mismatching, like using willpower in the action stage, can sabotage progress.
Importance of Stages
- Each completed stage of change doubles the probability of long-term success.
- This structured approach to change increases the likelihood of achieving lasting results.
