Workplace Wellness Are Your Employees Ready for Change? Dessa Bergen-Cico Ph.D., CHES.
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Workplace WellnessWorkplace WellnessAre Your Employees Ready Are Your Employees Ready
for Change?for Change?Dessa Bergen-Cico Ph.D., CHESDessa Bergen-Cico Ph.D., CHES
Spheres of WellnessSpheres of Wellness
EMOTIONAL
INTELLECTUAL
PHYSICAL
SOCIAL
SPIRITUAL
OCCUPATIONAL
SEXUAL
“It’s not so much that we’re afraid of
change, or so in love with the old ways,
but it’s the place in between that we
fear… it’s like being between trapezes.
It’s Linus when his blanket is in the dryer.
There’s nothing to hold on to.”
- M. Ferguson
Change ManagementChange Management
Effective Change
Requires
AlteringMind-set
HarnessingMotivation
ShapingBehavior
The Effective Management of Change Involves AnIntegrated Approach In Each Of These Three Arenas
Questions using the Questions using the “Readiness to Change” Ruler“Readiness to Change” RulerAnswer the questions below that apply to you.
• If your mark is on the left side of the line: How will you know when it is time think about changing?
• If your mark is somewhere in the middle: What might make you put your mark a little farther to the right?
• If your mark is on the right side of the line: Pick one barrier and list some things to help you overcome this barrier.
Barriers to ChangeBarriers to Change
• My life is too chaotic right now.• My [health behavior, e.g. smoking] is
not a problem for me.• I’ve tried and failed so many times
already; I give up.• I don’t have time.• I’ll change later.
Is Your Goal S.M.A.R.T.?Is Your Goal S.M.A.R.T.?
Specific
TimeDefined?
Measurable?
Achievable?Rewarding?
S.M.A.R.T.
Stages of ChangeStages of ChangePre-contemplation- uninterested, unaware or
unwilling to change; lack of awareness that behavior change is necessary
Contemplation- considering a change; ambivalentPreparation or Determination - deciding/making
plans to change; mental preparation and concrete planning
Action- practicing the behaviorMaintenance- includes occasional slip-ups, but
incorporates change for the long haulTermination or Relapse
Relapse, an expected stage of change, can return to any previous stage of change.
Termination, relapse becomes a remote possibility.
Employee Actions at Various Employee Actions at Various Stages of ChangeStages of Change
Pre-contemplationThink, talk, or read about change; Personalize risk factors
ContemplationIdentify pros and cons of change
PreparationSummarize reasons for change; Announce start/quit date
ActionCreate specifics of plan; Arrange support for slips
Maintenance Healthy behavior is integrated part of everyday life
RelapseNotice signs of wavering commitment; Reframe slips as learning
opportunities
Stage Specific Strategies to Move Stage Specific Strategies to Move Employees Along the Stages of Employees Along the Stages of
ChangeChange
• PrecontemplationRaise doubt, increase awareness of risk and
problems
• ContemplationAcknowledge ambivalence, evoke reasons to
change, tip the balance
Stage Specific Strategies to Move Stage Specific Strategies to Move Employees Along the Stages of Employees Along the Stages of
Change cont…Change cont…
• Preparation/DeterminationHelp find the best course of action
• ActionProvide assistance in moving forward
• MaintenanceRelapse prevention strategies, positive
reinforcement
Stage Specific StrategiesStage Specific Strategies
• RelapseAvoid demoralization, enhance movement
back toward action, assist in learning process, key is longitudinal care
Adopting a Healthy OutlookAdopting a Healthy Outlook
• Be mindful of how your brain tells stories
• Re-tell stories with an optimistic spin
Reaching Wellness Through Reaching Wellness Through Lifestyle ManagementLifestyle Management
Getting started:
• Examine your current health habits• Choose a target behavior—an isolated
behavior selected as the object for a behavior change program
• Obtain information about your target behavior
• Find outside help if needed
Building Motivation to ChangeBuilding Motivation to Change
• Examining the pros and cons of change• Boosting self-efficacy—the belief in one’s ability
to take action– Locus of control: internal versus external– Visualization and self-talk– Role models and buddies
• Identifying and overcoming key barriers to change
If you find yourself during the day getting tired or distracted, use this meditation to re-energize yourself and bring your focus back to the present.
Energy Breath - 6:6:6:11. Breathe in as you silently count to six. 2. Hold the breath as you count to six.3. Breathe out as you count to six.4. Hold the breath as you count to one.• Count faster or slower to accommodate your
breathing style. Keep your mind on your breath and your counting.
• Repeat the exercise 10 times.
MindfulnessMindfulness……
To be mindful is to be aware, to be conscious, to be present.
• The practice of being present is:• fat & cholesterol free!• requires no special equipment, fees or membership or
facility!• can be utilized at any time, any where by anyone!
Studies consistently show that “practicing” mindfulness reduces stress, anxiety and depression. This is turn eases worry, fosters stability, boosts the immune system and promotes happiness.