Motivational speakers give inspirational and informative speeches to groups of people. They are hired by businesses, schools, resorts, and communities to speak on topics such as achieving personal or financial success, living a healthy lifestyle, or organizing one’s personal life or business. Speakers must tailor their message to their audience, whether it is a class
Motivation refers to an internal set of nonability processes that channel, energize, and sustain behavior over time. Motivation influences the direction (i.e., choice of activities), intensity (i.e., amount of effort), and persistence (i.e., duration of effort) of an individual’s behavior. A trait can be defined as a distinguishable feature of a person’s nature that demonstrates
This article explores the application of Motivational Interviewing (MI) in the context of alcoholism, a pervasive public health concern with significant individual and societal implications. The introduction provides a background on the prevalence and impact of alcohol use disorders, emphasizing the crucial need for effective interventions. The theoretical foundations of MI are outlined, encompassing its
This article explores the application of Motivational Interviewing (MI) in the context of smoking cessation within the field of health psychology. The introduction establishes the significance of addressing smoking cessation and introduces MI as a promising intervention. The second section explores the theoretical foundation of MI, elucidating its alignment with the Transtheoretical Model and core