Motivational Interviewing is the Opposite of Mansplaining
Reading Time: 4 minutes Motivational Interviewing is the Opposite of Mansplaining I was recently explaining Motivational Interviewing to a new friend. He asked, “What is the opposite of Motivational Interviewing?” I responded, “Telling people what to do, giving...
Is Help the Sunny Side of Control?
Reading Time: 5 minutes Is Help the Sunny Side of Control? What an opportunity to invite ourselves into asking ourselves just what outcome we are seeking when we ‘help’ another person. “Help is the Sunny Side of Control” What a provocative statement! And, one that...
Motivational Interviewing is Compassion in Action
Reading Time: 4 minutes Motivational Interviewing is Compassion in Action Compassion is one of the four elements of the spirit of Motivational Interviewing (Spirit of MI = compassion, partnership, acceptance and empowerment). The “spirit” of Motivational Interviewing...
Following the Golden Thread of Motivation with Motivational Interviewing
Reading Time: 4 minutes Following the Golden Thread of Motivation with Motivational Interviewing I was coaching a participant in MI Academy the other day, and in our debrief of a practice session, she shared that she was looking for the “golden thread” to...
Motivational Interviewing for SELF Change!
Motivational Interviewing for SELF Change! You may be recovering from the intensity of the holidays, or perhaps your holiday season was rejuvenating and nourishing. Or, a little of both?! First of all, HAPPY NEW YEAR! Don’t fall into the New Year’s Resolutions...
Hillary Bolter