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Learning the Practice of Being in Empathy

ease in being present to another person’s pain without a desire to judge, blame or fix Learn to express your own feelings and needs without sacrificing the integrity of your position and content (honesty) {attachment:all} Keywords: empathy feelings needs presence compassion connection inspiration personal growth Mary Mackenzie Raj Gill
Fearless Loving and Living

Worry, Anxiety, Panic, Scarcity, Stress, Nervousness and Angst Finding and sustaining your Fearless Home Frequency Keywords: Kelly Bryson consciousness core beliefs exercises/practices expression honesty connection dialogue inspiration love trust values relationships honest expression truth intimacy transparency fear
The Heart of Conflict

covering the essential elements needed in order to begin to use the NVC process during conflict situations. This 6-session telecourse recording integrates the skills and consciousness of empathy, honesty and self-connection in the context of becoming a "third presence" with others who are in conflict. Topics include: Focusing on observations, feelings, needs and requests to support people in...
Tips for the Road Series Tip 4

myself to the world. When I give out of obligation or fear or hope for reward, I am usually attempting to meet my need for harmony or acceptance or appreciation. But I am not meeting my need for honesty or authenticity, and my energy dwindles and drains. Asking for support can be difficult (often because of implicit beliefs from past experiences) and some inner work may be necessary in order to...
Tips for the Road Series Tip 7

to conflict. These questions are also meant to inspire a collaborative attitude toward conflict—a working together to resolve conflict in a way in which there is accountability, understanding, honesty, kindness, and respect. This Tip for the Road was inspired by the work of Dominic Barter, at restorativecircles.org. The four questions listed above are adapted from questions that Dominic uses in...
Specificity Is the Key

Trainer Tip No legacy is so rich as honesty. —William Shakespeare Do you sometimes feel frustrated about situations in your life, while being too embarrassed to make a specific request, or perhaps annoyed because you’d really like the other person to “just get it”? I recognize this dynamic when I hear someone say to her partner, “I want you to help out more around the house.” Often when someone...
Life-Alienating Communication

may seem easy sometimes because it’s familiar, but the results are also painfully familiar. And when we engage in it we miss opportunities to meet our needs for caring, love, nurturing, honesty, intimacy, and many others. Be aware of times when you are judging others, making comparisons, or denying responsibility for your actions. Notice how these communication patterns affect your connection...
Defining Needs

requires to sustain itself. Our physical well-being depends on our needs for air, water, food, rest, and shelter. Our psychological and emotional well-being relies on support, love, nurturing, honesty, and care. All human beings have the same needs. Regardless of our race, spiritual upbringing, how we live, or where we live, we all have the same needs to sustain our lives. The difference is in...
Dialogue with the World at Large

world for your children… A simple framework that will enable you to positively impact the life of every person you meet (as well as your own life)… Keywords: Miki Kashtan expression feelings honesty needs requests strategies connection dialogue listening relationships collaboration politics law NVC & Society interdependence global warming world crisis
Letting Go of Resentments

the pain. I let go of resentments because it is healing for me. I own up to the times when I regret my behavior because it heals me. It’s not about berating myself, but simply being honest. Such honesty can provide amazing healing. Consider what resentments you are holding onto today and whether you are willing to own up to your part in these situations in an effort to contribute to your own...