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When people are ready to, they change. They never do it before then.

—Andy Warhol

AT SOME POINT IN life, almost everyone has something about themselves they would like to change, whether it’s improving their relationships, advancing their career, losing weight, or just becoming more relaxed and mindful. Some fortunate individuals are able to easily define a goal, get started, and achieve the change they desire. However, most people have a hard enough time figuring out what needs to change, let alone knowing how to get there. That is why it’s important to learn strategies that can help you move smoothly through the process.

As a psychiatrist, I have helped many patients change their personalities through psychotherapy, and I know that the patient’s motivation is a critical component for success. But even the most motivated patients may still need to overcome certain obstacles before they can truly alter their lives for the better.

During the past several decades, an emerging science of behavior change has systematically helped many people reach their goals. These methods challenge one’s previously failed change strategies and help remove the roadblocks that interfere with personal growth and achieving specific goals.