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Staying Present in the Face of Conflict

can do for yourself, either physically or mentally, when you recognize you are experiencing an autonomic reaction. The goal is to re-establish presence and capability. Keywords: consciousness observation presence conflict resolution mediation self connection silent empathy awareness reactivity Jim and Jori Manske Jim Manske Jori Manske
The NVC Model

The more we practice NVC by “rote” --going through OFNR (“Observations, Feelings, Needs, Requests”) on automatic-- the more likely our NVC practice would lead to disconnection. The purpose of our NVC practice is to use this NVC "map" (OFNR) to support us in integrating the consciousness of the NVC (eg. operating with the intention to connect, collaborate, etc). Once we let the map drop away, we...
Listening Beyond the Words

your own needs. This session highlights the power of “giraffe ears” as well as the importance of staying true to your values. Keywords: Oren Jay Sofer empathy self-empathy needs feelings observations requests connection compassion choice captions searchable transcript
Responding To "Power Over" Interactions

Based on your observations of "power with" interactions choose a specific, do-able to practice so that you're prepared the next time you're in a power under/power over dynamic. Keep the practice simple to do in a difficult moment. Then reflect: identify what you did (internally or externally) or said that (de)escalated the dynamic. This practice requires noticing what went well, self...
Exercise On Self Responsibility

Self responsibility is owning what's yours. It involves identifying your observations, evaluations, feelings, longings, and more. When we identify what's truly ours we are unlikely to mistake it as coming from outside of us. Self responsibility is not self blame. Without self responsibility, we project, blame and judge. Self-responsibility is central to clarity and full self-awareness. This...
The Sweetest Game in Town

implying that the "good" can turn "bad." I prefer, instead of good and bad, to try to connect with whether certain behaviors do or do not work for us, whether they meet our needs and to make observations. "Good Frisbee thrower" might turn into expressing a simple observation: "That Frisbee flew across the entire courtyard." It might also include expressing my feelings and needs, in simplified...
NVC Basics

How to transform old communication patterns to inspire joy and harmony in all your relationships Keywords: NVC fundamentals NVC basics consciousness empathy expression feelings honesty needs observation requests connection inspiration listening personal growth relationships Sylvia Haskvitz
Integrating NVC

NVC with much more depth. This class will explore each of these elements and how they affect the practical use of NVC. Keywords: consciousness empathy expression feelings honesty needs observation presence requests self empathy strategies compassion connection listening personal growth self talk relationships naturalizing NVC Kathleen Macferran
Truth as an Act of Love

truth Transform "fear of conflict" into excitement for the needs negotiation, potential growth and intimacy Quit taking it personally (QTIP) Keywords: empathy expression feelings honesty observation requests self empathy compassion connection inspiration personal growth trust families relationships truth authenticity vulnerability NVC in relationships Kelly Bryson
The Price of Nice

Not only did I pay a heavy price but so did everyone around me. So now I am trying to get the word out that being nice has its price. Read this article Keywords: empathy feelings honesty needs observation requests self empathy blame compassion connection dialogue healing inspiration judgment listening personal growth relationships renewal and vitality happiness holidays universal human needs...