CPC CPC Habit Formation & Behavior Change 2

Question 1

What is 'temptation bundling' as a behavior change strategy?

Accepted Answer

Pairing a habit you need to do with something you enjoy

Answer

Temptation bundling pairs a pleasurable activity with a productive one to increase motivation for the productive behavior.

Question 2

In behavior change theory, 'self-efficacy' refers to:

Accepted Answer

A person's belief in their own capacity to execute behaviors needed to produce outcomes

Answer

Self-efficacy, a concept from Bandura's Social Learning Theory, is the belief in one's own ability to succeed at a specific task.

Question 3

Which stage of the Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) describes a client who says 'I'm thinking about changing but haven't started yet'?

Accepted Answer

Contemplation

Answer

In the Contemplation stage, the person is aware of the need to change and is considering it but has not yet committed to action.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a 'habit tracker' in productivity coaching?

Accepted Answer

To provide visible evidence of consistency and reinforce motivation

Answer

Habit trackers create a visual record of streaks that motivates continued behavior and makes progress tangible.

Question 5

'Keystone habits' are defined as:

Accepted Answer

Small habits that trigger a cascade of other positive habits

Answer

Keystone habits have a ripple effect, naturally encouraging the adoption of other good habits and positive life changes.

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