A Center for Restorative Solutions
Serving the Greater Seattle Area and beyond
"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeing new sights, but in looking with new eyes." – Marcel Proust.
Relationships are the bedrock of our personal and collective wellbeing. So whether at work, home, or in public, generative communication is vital to our lives! It is also natural for all relationships to have conflict; indeed, conflict can be an opportunity to deepen our trust and collaborate in more inclusive ways. However, we all know that conflict doesn’t always unfold exactly like that…
Often, when we experience our needs not being met, and we hear that some of what we did caused distress for others, it can become confusing, painful and disconnecting. This IN-PERSON intro to Nonviolent Communication offers a pathway for connecting with ourselves and others that can allow for greater connection, inclusion, and collaboration. We will also practice transforming shaming and blaming narratives into understanding and agency.
Looking forward to exploring NVC consciousness with you!
Warmly,
Devon Little, Facilitator
Pam Orbach, Host
What this course covers?
NVC Principles & Framework - a paradigm shift
Identifying & Listening for Feelings & Needs
The Role of Judgment and of Observation
Incorporating Awareness of Positionality & Bias
Balancing Needs and Making Requests of Ourselves & Others
Who is it for?
There are no prerequisites for this training; an open heart, and a longing for connection and growth, are all that you need.
What to bring:
A drink, and snacks to nourish you while we work
A willing heart and body ready to grow
Introduction to Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
Saturday & Sunday | In-PERSON | Aug 17-18, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PT
Relating to Ourselves and Others in a Values-Aligned Way
In this training, we will lay the foundation for communicating and living in a way that aligns the choices you make with your values. The practice and consciousness underlying NVC honors your needs while allowing you communicate in ways that are compassionate and caring.
Throughout the two days, we will explore aspects of the NVC skillset. We will learn and practice together, as well as in our everyday lives. We will be present to whatever arises from the learning, and we will attend to whatever needs are in the room.
There are no prerequisites for this training; an open heart, and a longing for connection and growth, is all that you need. Join us in this collaboration.
Whether you are a newbie or you would enjoy practice, you are welcome. Brain science confirms that practicing the skills increases our fluency outside of the training, so that we can embody NVC consciousness in various contexts. Every Intro series is rich and different, as there is always more depth to get to when sitting in the simplicity. I grow and deepen with each series...
Date: Saturday & Sunday, August 17-18, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM PT
Location: Greenwood, Seattle WA – The address information will be sent to registered participants.
Cost: $400 Value (See your rate)
Register: Online
Accessibility:
There are about 17 steps over 4 sets of stairs to the event space from street parking, 2 of which have railings. The space is also accessible from the alley without stairs, but as there is only one parking spot there, please let us know ahead of time if you would benefit from accessing the space without stairs. Please be advised that this space unfortunately does not have an ADA bathroom.
COVID risk-mitigation:
We ask that participants not attend if they have any cold- or flu-like symptoms. We will be running an air purifier in the space. If your participation or participation without a mask depends on the group rapid testing the morning of the training, please let us know.
If other accommodations or precautions would make your participation possible, we welcome you to contact us at info@centerforrestorativesolutions.com with your requests.
Contact: devon.little@centerforrestorativesolutions.com for questions about this workshop
INTRO TO NONVIOLENT COMMUNICATION