1. 12/8/2015 Makin’ It Work Lesson 1: Challenges of Change Module I: Thinking Straight © 2008 by Steve Parese, Ed.D. Transitioning from Corrections to Community and the World of Work

2. 12/8/2015 Words of Wisdom “No pain, No gain.” What do you get out of this? How does it apply to you?

3. 12/8/2015 1. Read introductions to three characters 2. Read story about Damon 3. Learn about five Stages of Change 4. Review & MiniQuiz Today’s Lesson Today’s lesson focuses on understanding the stages of change we must go through when trying to make positive changes in our lives.

4. 12/8/2015 Wishful Thinking Activity If you could make any positive change in yourself or your life, What would it be? Examples : “I wish I had better control of my temper.” “I wish I had enough money to really take care of my family.” “I’d like to have a good relationship with my kids again.”

5. 12/8/2015 Introducing our CHARACTERS Damon Nick Anna Let’s read along on page 4.

6. 12/8/2015 Damon’s Story 1 Let’s read along on page 5. “Damon’s last year as a teenager had been a rough one…” Questions after reading: 1.What was Damon's initial belief about Rochelle and his son? What motivated him to change his attitude? 2.Has anything sudden ever motivated you to change your outlook or behavior?

7. 12/8/2015 About Stages of Change We have to go through each stage of change if improvements are going to last. Forcing change or skipping stages usually leads to relapse.

8. 12/8/2015 Five Stages of Change 1.RESISTANCE: 1.RESISTANCE: Can’t or won’t see problem. 2. THINKING: 2. THINKING: Aware of problem and consequences. Not ready to commit to change anytime in the next 6 months. 3.PLANNING: 3.PLANNING: Preparing for real changes within 30 days. 4.ACTION: 4.ACTION: Actively changing behavior & surroundings. Lasts for first 6 months. 5. MAINTENANCE: 5. MAINTENANCE: New routines established for 6+ months.

9. 12/8/2015 Recognizing Stages of Change To begin making lasting change, we must: (1)Identify the behavior that’s causing us problems, and (2) Figure out which stage of change we’re in. Complete the examples on page 7.

10. 12/8/2015 Recognizing Stages of Change A. Nick admits he has a problem with fighting. B. Anna struggles with her drug addiction.

11. 12/8/2015 Recognizing Stages of Change D. Damon’s kid brother Terrell got picked up for grand theft auto. C. Damon has a 2-year-old son that he now sees on weekends.

12. 12/8/2015 Moving Through Stages From RESISTANCE to THINKING: Acknowledge the problem and become aware of its consequences, both to yourself and others. From THINKING to PLANNING Take personal responsibility for both the problem and for fixing it. Learn about your problem and gain skills to manage it.

13. 12/8/2015 Moving Through Stages From PLANNING to ACTION: Voluntarily make significant changes in behavior and surroundings. From ACTION to MAINTENANCE: Keep up changes by avoiding high risk situations and building a new life around new relationships and routines.

14. 12/8/2015 For Group Discussion What behavior of YOURS has caused you the most trouble? What stage of change are you in with regard to this behavior?

15. 12/8/2015 KEY POINT #1 KEY POINT #1 There is a natural tendency to resist change, even when change means improvement in our lives. It takes a strong person to start the process of self- improvement.

16. 12/8/2015 KEY POINT #2 KEY POINT #2 Changing any habit, including habits of thinking, takes time and commitment. Lasting change in- volves a series of stages which cannot be rushed.

17. 12/8/2015 MiniQuiz #1 Let’s complete the MiniQuiz in the workbook and review it as a group. √

18. 12/8/2015 Today’s Words of Wisdom: “No pain, no gain.” How does this fit in with our lesson? What is ONE THING you learned in this class that you will remember after leaving?