About this episode

This episode explores the Precontemplation Stage of Change and the complexities of behavior change and compassion.

The cycles of change mini series. Understanding the Precontemplation Stage of Change In today’s episode we begin a mini series exploring the Stages of Change model developed by James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente. This series is for anyone navigating recovery, behaviour change, healing, nervous system work, or simply trying to understand themselves — or someone they love — with more compassion. In Episode 1 we explore the precontemplation stage: the stage where a person either does not yet recognise the behaviour as a problem, or they are not ready to change. We talk about: Why people stay attached to behaviours that hurt them The protective role coping mechanisms can play Why shame rarely creates sustainable change The nervous system’s role in resistance and defensiveness Supporting someone without enabling them The difference between compassion and rescuing Why readiness cannot be forced How curiosity can create more change than criticism This episode is an invitation to soften judgement, both toward ourselves and others, and begin understanding behaviour through the lens of protection, safety, and human survival. JOURNAL PROMPTS FOR REFLECTION Is there an area of my life…

People in this episode

Host: Danni Carr

Topics covered

• Stages of Change
• Precontemplation Stage
• Behavior Change
• Recovery
• Compassion
• Coping Mechanisms

Keywords

• precontemplation
• behavior change
• shame
• nervous system
• compassion
• coping mechanisms
• recovery

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