Chapter 6 Ace

if change talk is combined with sustain talk

use double sided reflections or reframe for a different perspective

desire words

want, would like to, wish I

using open ended questions to explore ambivalence EXAMPLE

what could be the positive results of changing?

curious question

exploring the metaphoric gap existing between the clients current health behavior and their vision for future "what needs to change in order to..."

questions of strengths based coaching

what did you learn from a previous experience that could support your efforts now? hw did you successfully handle a similar situation? about what aspects of your life do you feel best? what strengths do you feel will be most useful to make progress for your goal? what unique talents could you bring to the situation?

respond to DARN with ___ and ____

what's and hows

reasons words

would help me , might be better if, important to

affirmations should focus on

the client , "im so glad YOU" got that done

Critical step in translating a vision of change into reality is

the co-creation of a behavior change plan by the client and the health coach

Sustain talk response using double sided reflection EXAMPLE

you like to eat out because you have a hard time navigating the grocery store, but cooking at home would help you save money

squared off

adversarial relationship "you don't understand, you're wrong"

stimulus control

altering environment to encourage healthy behaviors

interrupting

client may feel coach talks too much, does not understand, or is not listening

Awareness Choice Execution: A

clients begin to recognize and explore the gap between a current behavior and a desired behavior

Awareness Choice Execution: E

co create and implement a personalized plan for well being that enables client to transform their vision and goals into meaningful action

CATS

commitment, action, taking steps

ability words

could, might be, can

accountability methods

designated check ins text/email follow ups app/online platform social media

accountability methods

designated check ins, texts/follow up emails, app/online platform, social media

DARN

desire, ability, reasons, need

accountability

empowers clients to take action and explore the obstacles and perceived barriers to completing a goal. Best method = client chooses

values interview

explore clients values and guiding life principles within the context of client/coach

Problem solving skills and coping strategies to overcome barriers and manage setbacks

feedback self-monitoring - identifying triggers and replacing them with reminders or cues for healthy behavior (stimulus control) leverage strengths seeing lapses as solvable problems and not indications of failure

defending

happen when client feels threatened

taking steps words/phrases

have started, bought, i attended

Awareness Choice Execution: C

health coach supports in creating self directed goals and cultivating a positive mindset that fuels and inspires long lasting behavioral change

evoking

involves exploring clients motivation to change

Accountability Questions examples

how would you like to be accountable for that? how will you track your progress? how can I help you be accountable to yourself?

activation words/phrases

i am willing/ready/ I am prepared to

commitment words/phrases

i will, i intend, i swear

self-regulation

individual's evaluation of their thoughts and feelings and how that info is used to shape goals and behaviors

self regulation

individuals evaluation of their thoughts and feelings and how that info is and then used to shape goals and behaviors

need words

needs, must, I've got to

importance ruler example

on a scale of 1-10, how important is it for you to make this change.. then compare numbers

disengagement

poor eye contact, distracted behavior

Self- Disclosure should be limited but may be helpful when

promote trust, model openness, answer a direct question, affirm the experience

exploring values can

provide anchors for change and a source of motivation

address discord with

reflective listening, apologize when appropriate, affirm autonomy and resourcefulness, shift away from sensitive topics

In the Beginning

set SMART goals take action - small manageable steps that align with values and vision and create mastery experiences leverage strengths - how did you successfully handle a similar situation