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The Turning Point: A Journey into Personal Transformation - Stage 3
The Turning Point: A Journey into Personal Transformation - Stage 3

The third stage of personal transformation is Preparation/Determination. In this stage, individuals may commit to change by setting specific goals and creating a developmental plan.

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The Turning Point: A Journey into Personal Transformation - Stage 2
The Turning Point: A Journey into Personal Transformation - Stage 2

The second stage of personal transformation is Contemplation, where individuals may develop an awareness of the need for change, driven by a vision of a better future or dissatisfaction with the present. It's an "aha" moment, a realisation of the unsustainability of the current situation...

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The Turning Point: A Journey into Personal Transformation - Stage 1
The Turning Point: A Journey into Personal Transformation - Stage 1

The first stage of personal transformation is precontemplation. People in this stage may be unaware or under-aware of their issues. They start to recognise that there may be a problem, but are not yet ready to acknowledge it, or think that they can manage it…

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Getting Artsy After 50 explores how to create a life that is more joyful and fulfilling through creativity, connection and collaboration.

The blog uses a narrative storytelling approach to explore identity, personal transformation, and the therapeutic benefits of incorporating creativity and social connection into our lives.

The site also shines a spotlight on a range of inspirational artists and writers, as well as practical courses and workshops, and local artsy events, shops and markets.

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I am trying to adopt a new philosophy in my buying habits; rather than going into shops and buying new things (especially those mass produced), I am trying to buy only things that are 2nd hand, hand made, or up-cycled. I am very fortunate here in Nan
Well it's been a while, but the next post in my blog series "The turning point: A journey into personal transformation" is finally live. Read about my experience of Stage 3: Preparation / Determination as I travel through the final destinat
A wonderful project that I was involved with last year 😊 Students and seniors have found some common ground through story-telling with a twist. A 'slam poetry' and hip hop workshop is allowing seniors to put a new spin on their memories - along wit
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/rDRQo5BRdST341uN/ Poet's Corner / Esquina Poetica · “The object of art is not to reproduce reality, but to create a reality of the same intensity.” 🎨 Alberto Giacometti “Art is unquestio