Goal Setting and Self-Directed Behavior Change (Classic Reprint)

David A. Kolb, Richard E. Boyatzis

ISBN 10: 133226218X / ISBN 13: 9781332262182

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of self-directed behavior change, exploring the potential for individuals to actively shape their own destinies. Challenging traditional therapeutic models that cast patients as passive recipients of treatment, the author advocates for a more proactive approach, drawing upon insights from psychology, management theory, and even etymology. The author traces the historical shift in psychological thought from reactive theories, emphasizing external control over behavior, to a recognition of the human capacity for self-determination. This book explores the power of conscious goal-setting, drawing upon the works of William James and others, to illustrate how focused attention and willpower can drive behavior change. Readers will discover a framework for self-directed change, encompassing key elements such as goal awareness, expectation of success, psychological safety, and self-evaluation. The book also examines the dynamics of the goal-setting process and identifies specific characteristics associated with successful goal achievement. Ultimately, this book empowers individuals to take control of their personal growth journeys, offering practical insights and strategies for harnessing the power of self-direction to achieve lasting and meaningful change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Goal Setting and Self-Directed Behavior Change (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133226218X
• ISBN 13: 9781332262182
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Psychology

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Synopsis

Learn how deliberate goal-setting can drive self-directed behavior change and personal growth.

This book explains a practical path to turning ideas into action.

In clear terms, it presents a simple method for self-directed change that centers on self-research. Readers follow a structured process: choose a well-defined goal, monitor behavior with objective records or graphs, and decide how long the project lasts. The text also discusses how commitment and feedback from others can influence success, and it examines how different approaches to evaluating progress relate to outcomes. Throughout, the emphasis is on practical steps you can apply to set and reach goals with greater awareness and control.

• Understand how conscious goal-setting can influence achievement and what conditions help or hinder progress.
• See how self-monitoring, feedback, and evaluating progress can boost results.
• Learn about the roles of commitment, psychological safety, and self- versus group-driven evaluation.
• Explore practical tools like keeping progress records and reflecting on behavior to guide change.

Ideal for readers looking to apply self-directed change in everyday life or in group settings, this edition offers tested ideas and concrete steps you can start using today.