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TOPUCU Facilitator Guide
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Lesson 3 Pain Is A Must!!!
Classroom (cont.)

6. Share your personal story of PAT… Reference: Lesson 3 Key Words

a. Discuss the principle of PAT relative to your story and allow the class to ask questions and
engage in dialogue to ensure their understanding.

7. Homework/Reading Assignment:
1. Memorize the acronym PAT. Know that it stands for Pain Association Transfer.
2. Start making a list of things you know might help you follow through on your new routine and
staying motivated.
a. Understand that you have got to experience pain. Struggle will make you strong.
Embrace it.
3. Think about how PAT ties into your routine. How are you going to stay motivated when things
get a little uncomfortable?
a. Pain is always associated with change.
4. Read Lesson 3: “Pain is a must!” parts one and two in your workbook.

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