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The Sport Psych Show

#68 Prof Stephen Rollnick - Coaching Athletes to be Their Best Part 1

Dec 16, 2019
58:45
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Prof Stephen Rollnick, a clinical psychologist specializing in motivation and change, discusses topics like relationship building, Motivational Interviewing, speaking to groups effectively, empathy in coaching, and practical examples of MI in sports.
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Quick takeaways

  • Motivational interviewing focuses on relationship building and allowing individuals to find their motivation for change.
  • Empathy is essential in creating a safe space for individuals to explore change and fostering trust.

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Developing Motivational Interviewing Framework

Motivational interviewing was born from challenging addiction conversations. Psychologist Steve Rolnick recalls the struggle to impart wisdom and motivation to alcoholics and addicts, leading to the realization that inserting motivation elicits resistance. By focusing on improving relationships and letting the person provide their motivation for change, the foundation of motivational interviewing was laid.

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