DiClemente and Velasquez67 argue that the TTM
and MI are a natural fit with similar goals and
strategies for behavior change. The most obvious
connection between them is that the MI philosophy,
approach, and methods are uniquely suited to
addressing the tasks and emotional reactions of
individuals who are moving through the first 2
stages of change.65,66 Precontemplators and contemplators
are not ready to make a commitment, and
are resistant to or ambivalent about more traditional
behavior change approaches that encourage them to
make changes for which they are not ready.68 MI
offers women in CR an atmosphere that is conducive
rather than coercive to healthy behavior change.