About this episode

This episode explores the Maintenance Stage of Change, emphasizing the ongoing practice of sustaining change and self-connection.

Episode 5 The Practice of Staying on Track Understanding the Maintenance Stage of Change In today’s episode we continue exploring the Stages of Change model developed by James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente. This episode explores the maintenance stage, the stage where change is sustained and gradually integrated into everyday life. Maintenance is often misunderstood as the point where things become easy, but in reality it is an ongoing practice of continuing to show up for yourself long after the excitement of change fades. In this episode we explore: Why maintenance is an active and ongoing stage of change The myth of “arriving” in healing and recovery Why peace and stability can sometimes feel unfamiliar Learning how to live without old coping mechanisms Nervous system regulation and sustainable healing Identity shifts and building long-term self trust Romanticising old behaviours and coping strategies Social pressure, relationships, and changing environments Why maintenance is about consistency, not perfection Daily practices that help support long-term change We also talk about how maintenance is less about becoming perfect and more about learning how to remain connected to…

People in this episode

Host: Danni Carr

Topics covered

• Maintenance Stage of Change
• Sustaining Change
• Coping Mechanisms
• Nervous System Regulation
• Identity Shifts
• Long-term Self Trust
• Consistency in Recovery

Keywords

• Stages of Change
• Maintenance
• Healing
• Recovery
• Self Trust
• Coping Strategies
• Consistency
• Mental Health

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