What is a common behavior that clients may face during the Action stage?

During the Action stage, clients are actively working toward their goals and making significant changes in their behaviors and habits. However, it is also common for individuals to encounter self-sabotaging behaviors at this stage. These behaviors can manifest as doubts, negative self-talk, or engaging in actions that undermine their progress, often stemming from fear of failure, fear of success, or a lack of self-confidence.

Self-sabotage can disrupt the momentum built during the initial stages of change and may lead clients to second-guess their efforts or revert to old behaviors, even as they make progress. Recognizing and addressing these behaviors is crucial for clients to maintain their commitment and find strategies to move forward effectively.

While it is true that clients may experience increased motivation and public support, as well as gain clarity about their goals in this stage, these elements do not primarily represent the challenges or common behaviors that typically arise. Instead, the focus is on how clients can struggle with maintaining their commitment amidst the changes they are trying to implement. Thus, understanding the potential for self-sabotage allows health coaches to provide better guidance and support to clients as they navigate their journey towards lasting change.