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