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Understanding Resistance to Change

This course helps leaders understand why people resist change and how to reduce defensiveness while promoting healthy transformation.

Classes begin August 10, 2026
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Course Overview

Understand resistance and lead through transformation with grace

4
Modules
16
Lessons
4
Assessments
80%
Pre-Assess Gate

Pre-Assessment Required

Score 80% or higher on the pre-assessment to unlock Module 1 of this course.

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Curriculum

Four modules exploring the psychology and trauma of resistance to change

Module 1

The Psychology of Resistance

  • Why Change Feels Threatening
  • Fear and Loss
  • Uncertainty and Risk
  • Common Resistance Patterns
Assessment: Module Reflection Quiz
Module 2

Trauma and Resistance

  • Trauma Responses to Change
  • Organizational Trauma
  • Congregational Change Fatigue
  • Emotional Safety
Assessment: Trauma-Informed Change Assessment
Module 3

Cognitive Distortions That Fuel Resistance

  • Catastrophizing
  • Emotional Reasoning
  • Fortune Telling
  • Worst-Case Thinking
Assessment: Distortion Identification Exercise
Module 4

Leading Through Resistance

  • Motivational Interviewing Basics
  • Reducing Defensiveness
  • Building Buy-In
  • Facilitating Healthy Change
Assessment: Resistance Reduction Plan

Completion Requirements

To receive your KALI Certificate of Completion for Course 3, you must: