Putting It All Together is a unique blending of research-based concepts and skills. These 8 Foundations for Lasting Change are organized to work in concert with one another. Beginning with Metacognition and Mindfulness, you, the reader, will begin the process of affecting real change, long-lasting change. These foundations work IN you and are not externally focused. They will cultivate and modify the workings of your brain by creating new neutral connections. The tools, strategies, and practices will allow the reader to implement each of the foundations which will further facilitate the desired change. You will notice greater focus, calm, less knee-jerk reactions, more confidence, and higher performance. Regardless of the type of change you want to make to boost your quality of life, these foundations will work!
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction
Chapter 1 The Who, What, and Why of You
Chapter 2 Energy Management—The BIG Four
Chapter 3 How We Learn and the Beginning of Change — Neuroplasticity, Mindfulness, and Metacognition
Chapter 4 The Power of Our Beliefs — Growth Mindset
Chapter 5 The Number One Motivator “Fear” Self-Efficacy and Internal Locus of Control
Chapter 6 Building Cognitive and Mental Muscles — Psychological Flexibility
Chapter 7 The Big Kahuna—Self-Regulation
Chapter 8 What Now?