Peaceful Communication Workshop

"Out beyond ideas of wrong-doing and right-doing there is a field.  I'll meet you there." Rumi

From kitchen wars to community group friction, our conversations can fuel conflicts.  Instead, we can bring more peace to the way we interact with each other, one day at a time.  As we develop more understanding about the dynamics in our conversations, we can create genuine connection that make life richer.

We will be exploring: 

• How to find what is at the heart of a conflict.
• How to listen so a person feels heard, without necessarily agreeing with them.
• How to maintain empathy for yourself and other whilst communicating.

This workshop is informed by Marshall Rosenberg's Non-Violent Communication (NVC), but is not a certified NVC training.  Helen has explored NVC for four years and completed Foundation level training. The tools shared will give you a taste of NVC you can start applying straight away to improve the clarity of your communication.  There will be suggested readings and courses if you wish to go on to a workshop offered by a certified trainer.  There is also the option to form an informal practice group as a follow-on.  Please note, this workshop is trauma-aware but not a therapy for trauma.

When and where: 10am-12pm at Pathways Studio, 140 Dowling Street, Dungog, NSW 2420

Cost: $25

Helen has run retreats, workshops and classes exploring Yoga, Meditation and Music for peaceful living for 20 years. She is a certified Level 1 Yoga and Meditation Teacher with Yoga Australia.  

Sacred Ground Healing:  https://sacredgroundhealing.net