Think of a certain behavior you have or had.  Now answer these questions.

1)      Have you ever thought about changing this behavior?

2)      If so, what are the reasons for changing?  Is it unhealthy?  Problem causing?  Etc.

3)      If you still have this behavior what are your reasons for continuing it?  What does it give you? Do for you?

4)      If you kept this behavior throughout your life, what would be the long-term ramifications? 

5)      Have you ever made a plan to quit or change this behavior?  Then what happened?

6)      Have you ever actually quit or changed this behavior?  Then what happened?

7)      Did you manage to change behavior for a significant period of time?

8)      Did you return to your old behaviors?  Can you express why?  If so, do.

9)      What is the biggest problem for you in making change? 

10)  Are you ready to change now?  Rate your motivation level on a scale of 1-10.