Mastering the Change Curve Sample Items

With a specific change in mind, individuals use a 5-point rating scale to indicate how true each statement is of their current reaction:

ATT = Almost Totally True
MT = Mostly True
ST = Somewhat True
MU = Mostly Untrue
ATU = Almost Totally Untrue

The following is a sampling of statements relating to each of the four stages of change:

1. I'm sure the whole thing will blow over soon. (Denial)
2. I don’t know if I can do what is expected of me in this change. (Resistance)
3. I keep thinking of new ways to do things. (Exploration)
4. I’ve learned things in this change that will help me deal with the next change. (Commitment)