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Six Steps To Success

The Quitting Mindset Coaching Programme
(A Typical Example*)

Step 1: Introduction and Familiarisation 

I will outline the principles of coaching, what you can expect from the programme and our individual roles, as client and coach. We will discuss the different stages in a journey of change (known as the transtheoretical model) with each stage representing a level of readiness to proceed. We will establish where you are on this scale and what we need to do to move you forward towards permanently quitting smoking.

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Step 2: Changing Relationships

You will talk about your history and relationship with smoking and describe any previous attempts at quitting you've made and what you learned from them. We will discover whether your confidence, fears or beliefs are holding you back and how you can change your mindset in order to fix this.

Quitting smoking without making other changes to your routine can lead to a void or feelings of emptiness. We will discuss the importance of pursuing new, healthy relationships to replace your unhealthy relationship with smoking and how you'll implement them into your routine.

Six Steps To Success

Step 3: Purpose-Designed Coaching Exercises 

The use of tools and exercises is an important element of coaching and a feature of my programme. I have a range of exercises that are powerful and effective including "The Nicotine Trap", "Extrinsic Motivation", "Contrast of Emotions" and "Goal Visualisation".

These exercises will help you understand the reasons people continue to smoke, create strong mental images of your coming success, look at the difference between success and failure and identify the positive outcomes that quitting smoking will bring. The purpose is to maximise your motivation and determination and to build a mindset conducive to success. We will decide together which of these exercises to use depending on your individual situation.

 

Step 4: Preparing to Take Action 

How are you getting along with your goal visualisation?

How about planning new healthy relationships?

What are your likely trigger situations and how can you avoid them? 

By being prepared for the change to your routine and any obstacles you are likely to face, you will increase your chances of staying on track. 

 

Step 5: Checking in on Your Progress 

How is the journey going for you? How are you feeling about your achievements? 

Unpredictable or stressful situations sometimes cause a relapse. If such a setback occurs, it can be used to learn from and prepare for eventual success. In this case, we will discuss what happened and how to get you back on track. We will work to reignite your positive, quitting mindset and avoid feelings of disappointment.

Celebrating growth and practicing self-compassion are important elements in a journey of change. 

 

Step 6: Evaluation and Looking Ahead 

The final session is dedicated to evaluating and concluding the coaching engagement. 

Our journey together is coming to an end – but you must continue this work on your own. We will talk about your tactics for managing challenges and the support systems you have in place. You will reflect on what you have learned about yourself through coaching and your thoughts and hopes as you look ahead.  

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*This six step guide is an example only. Coaching is client led; every part of the programme is adaptable and follows the client’s needs and wishes. 

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The Quitting Mindset Coaching Programme consists of ten private, one-on-one zoom meetings; usually seven weekly sessions (typically steps 1 - 4) and three follow-up monthly sessions (steps 5 & 6) although this is flexible.  The first and last sessions are an hour, the rest are 45  minutes.

The programme also includes unlimited messaging, for whenever you need some extra support and motivation! 

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