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The Psychology of Change: Finding Support for Health Goals

The Psychology of Change: Finding Support for Health Goals

Update: 2025-10-07
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You know you need to make a health change. You want to make a health change. But you don’t have to do it alone. In fact, having a social support system could mean the difference between success and failure.

On this episode of On Nutrition, we talk with Dr. Matthew Clark about the psychology behind making changes, how health changes can affect relationships, and how to navigate holidays, unsolicited advice — even saboteurs.

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The Psychology of Change: Finding Support for Health Goals

The Psychology of Change: Finding Support for Health Goals

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