Behavior Change Techniques
Cluster 15 — Self-Belief
15.1. Verbal persuasion about capability
Tell the person that they can successfully perform the wanted behavior, arguing against self-doubts and asserting that they can and will succeed
15.2. Mental rehearsal of successful performance
Advise to practise imagining performing the behavior successfully in relevant contexts
Advise to think about or list previous successes in performing the behavior (or parts of it)
Prompt positive self-talk (aloud or silently) before and during the behavior