Successful lifestyle change frequently requires time, cooperation, equipment and other resources. You and your mentoring partner should discuss the following questions to identify resources needs:

• What time commitment is needed to achieve this goal?

• Is there a way to meet the goal in a more time-efficient manner?

• If some activities need to be eliminated, what should they be?

• Is there a regular time slot available?

• How can the activity best be scheduled into the day-to-day mix?

• Whose permission is needed to take the time and resources necessary to achieve this goal?

• Who could help take care of work or family responsibilities?

• What equipment is needed?

• What access to people or places is needed?

• What expertise is needed?

• What transportation is needed?

• What mental barriers must be overcome?

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Learn more about barriers to change by clicking on the Wellness Mentor Training Video link below.