Core Principles of MI
Techniques for MI
100

Helps mentees explore their own reasons for change. 

Motivational techniques 

100

What are some of the changes you're considering for your future? 

This is a example of what MI Technique? 

Open-Ended Questions

200

Avoid direct confrontation. Instead, acknowledge resistance and explore the mentee's perspective. This reduces defensiveness and allows the mentee to consider change in a non-threatening way. 

Roll with Resistance 

200

It takes courage to share your story, and you're doing great! 

This is a example of what MI Technique?

Affirmations 

300

This is a collaborative, a person-centered style of communication designed to strengthen an individual's motivation and commitment to change. 

What is Motivational Interviewing

300

Mentee: I want to find a job but I am scared of failing again.

Mentor: It sounds like you are uncertain about the future but are also thinking about taking steps towards employment. 

This is a example of what MI Technique?

Reflective Listening 

400

Use reflective listening to understand the mentee's feelings and perspective. This approach builds rapport and makes mentee feel heard, which is crucial in forming a trusting relationship.

Express Empathy 

400

Fill in the Blank:

Reinforce the mentee's ______in their ability to ____

belief

change. 

500

Assist mentees in recognizing the gap between their current behavior and their broader life goals. 

Developing Discrepancy

500

What would be different in your life if you achieved this goal?

This is a example of what MI Technique?

Change Talk