What prompts change as delineated by the 4 stages that we all enter and exit at different speeds? In pre-contemplation the seed of a possible notion to perhaps shift something occurs. If there is enough interest, we then move to contemplation where the thought takes on added importance. This is followed by preparation for the big step and lastly moving on to the actual change. Where are the battle lines drawn? Who will win…the old habit or the new behavior? Unless we traverse

2. Create a Plan Determine when and how you’ll accomplish each item on your daily list – will you need help, supplies, etc.? 3. Prioritize by Importance It’s inevitable that sometimes you’ll have to cut items off your to-do list, so decide early what the most important items are and prioritize. 4. Prioritize by Urgency You’ll need to get to those projects that have urgent deadlines so leave the ones that are due next week for later. 5. Break Down Large Tasks If your list

From this moment going forward, put a statute of limitations on your mistakes. Stop punishing yourself. Give yourself a deadline. According to Dr. Alan Zimmerman, you might even create a short script for yourself like, “After this date (specify), I will not put myself down or beat myself up for this mistake or that failure (specify). It’s done. It’s over. I refuse to spend any more energy ruminating about it.” Moreover, hold yourself accountable for doing it. The blame game i