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Complex Truth-Telling And Empowered Change

in breath. So that we can feel a difficult feeling or notice a difficult sensation and know that it will not destroy us. With resonance, we grow in our capacity to be with what is true and trust that we can, with gentleness and with warmth, weather even the biggest storms. And we become more and more aligned with ourselves. Any time of year, but especially at the holidays, we may become acutely...
Identify 12 Essential Aspects of Empathy

go of any agenda for the other person. (Requests about the behavior of others occur in your direct and honest expression, not in empathy). 6. The ability to offer empathy increases when you trust yourself to be true to your own experience. That is, you know that offering someone empathy doesn’t mean you are abandoning yourself. 7. You know how to set a boundary when you are done offering...
Being Persistent About Getting Our Needs Met

the paper and just forgot.” “So, your intention was to pick up your clothes, but then you got distracted?” “Yeah. That’s it.” “You know, when I hear that I feel annoyed because I’d really like to trust that you’ll follow through on your commitments. Do you think you heard my request to pick up your things as a demand?” “Of course it’s a demand. If I don’t do it your way, I’m in trouble.” “I can...
Addressing Inequalities in Groups Using NVC

up. When we facilitate groups, we rarely know the backgrounds of the people in the room. Equitable Facilitation strives to help everyone come away having had the opportunity to be heard and to trust that their contributions are welcome and valued. When we ensure the voices from all backgrounds are included, the richness of the experience for all can be amplified. * The term Global Majority,...
Nonviolent Facilitation as a Path to the Future

moment how to respond to what is happening INTUITION: The power of knowing without knowing; how to follow it; and how to train your intuition over time SPEAKING THE WHY: How transparency increases trust when used to shed a light on process decisions HOLDING THE WHOLE: How transparency can interfere when used to bring attention to your feelings beyond your capacity to hold Session 2: Tracking...
Calling In vs. Calling Out

calling someone in and calling them out, emphasizing the power of care over annoyance. Discover three essential NVC strategies for professional environments: check your intentions to foster trust, invite willingness to encourage collaboration, and use factual observations to avoid defensiveness. These tools are designed to transform difficult workplace conversations into opportunities for...
Repairing Relationships with Empathy

ourselves and others—when addressing moments of hurt or disconnection. Sarah highlights how acknowledging impact, expressing authentic feelings and needs, and offering genuine empathy can restore trust and rebuild connection. By approaching repair with compassion and vulnerability, we can transform conflict into an opportunity for deeper understanding and stronger relationships. If you enjoy...
Empathizing with Loved Ones

ones can be difficult because they matter so deeply to us, past experiences might create emotional barriers, and we might fear losing ourselves in the process. To grow our empathy skills, we must trust that we can care for both ourselves and others, practice empathy with people outside our inner circle, and ensure our emotional needs are met. Developing a consistent self-empathy practice and...
How To Deal With Difficult People

(passive and afraid to share their feelings and needs) it is important to give them reassurance that you won't become judgemental or critical. Let them know that it is safe to talk. Once they have trust you can go fishing for their feelings and needs. You can help them by asking, "Are you feeling _____ because you need ______?" The Jackal - To talk to the jackal (someone who criticizes, blames...
Mindful Inquiry

These mindful inquiry exercises and tips are for enhancing self-empathy, and empathy for others. Using emotions and needs card decks provided, learn to reflect and enhance trust and connection through intentional practice. You can choose to download the card deck set you can cut by hand, or the one that can be printed on Avery’s perforated business card paper Read this practice exercise card...