Steps of perspective transformation - Mezirow

This note last modified February 9, 2022

Steps of perspective transformation according to Mezirow:

  • Disorienting Dilemma
  • Self Examination
  • critical assessment of assumptions
  • Recognition that discontentment and the process of transformation is shared
  • Exploration of new roles, relationships, and actions
  • Planning a course of action
  • Acquiring skills
  • Trying new roles
  • Building competence and self-confidence in new roles and relationships
  • Reintegration into one’s life

These steps don’t necessarily happen in order