MECC in Action Video: The OARS Approach (Reflective Listening) 

The core communication skills used in Motivational Interviewing (MI) are summarised by the acronym OARS (Open Questions, Affirmations, Reflective Listening and Summarising). 

Using the OARS approach can help create supportive, person-centred conversations that build rapport, explore motivation, and empower individuals to make positive changes to their health and wellbeing. 

Watch this short video to see a health visitor demonstrating Reflective Listening with parents when discussing physical activity.