4 Week Mindful Communication Online Course
Four Week Mindful Communication <<Online>> Course
4 Wednesdays starting June 10th, 7-9pm
Dive into the basics of Nonviolent Communication this summer and gain tools to effectively communicate with others and handle conflict with mindfulness, nonviolence, compassion, and other heart based practices. Based on the principles and teachings of Marshall Rosenberg, this course can be both an introduction or refresher course if you are interested in shifting the way you show up in your work and relationships and become an even better communicator and listener.
Facilitated by Rachel Bennish and Jenny Ahn
COURSE TEXTBOOK: Non Violent Communication; A Language of Life by Marshall Rosenberg
*Students are expected to purchase this book separately and read assigned chapters to support practices, games, and discussions each class week.
Who is this for?
*You want to improve your communication skills and develop tools for healthier relationships with family, friends and co-workers
*You are seeking skills to empathize and deeply understand others and yourself
*You would like to stay peaceful in the face of judgment, criticism, and anger
*You want to become a better listener
* You are ready to positively shift how you communicate with others and yourself.
*You want a deeper connection with the people you come across daily.
*You want to be in touch with your feelings
*You want to be in tune with your needs and how to express them in a constructive way.
*You are a parent and would like to embody a new way of communicating with your children and set a new example for your family
What to Expect:
*Weekly exercises and practices to develop compassionate communication skills
*Understand your own feelings and needs as well as tuning into others’
*Interactive partner and group work
*Sacred Space & Confidential learning environment
*Develop skills to communicate with others on a deeper level
*Re-evaluate old patterns of communication that are not serving ourselves and our relationships
*Listen more attentively to others with compassion and empathy
When and Where:
ONLINE OFFERING
Wednesdays June 10- July 8
7-9pm ( 2 hrs)
Cost:
Sliding Scale: $88-$111
Payment and e-mail confirmation due to hold a spot:
RSVP by e-mailing Jenny & Rachel at nvclongbeach@gmail.com
*Limited Spots Available
*Couples welcome
*** Any cancellations much be done no later than 10 days prior to the classes start date for half reimbursement. Unfortunately there will be no refunds after that mark or once the class has begun.
*** If you know you will be missing 2 classes or more, we recommend taking this class at another time.
Jenny and Rachel have been leading Compassionate Communication courses, workshops, book readings, and practice groups in the Long Beach area since 2015. They are the co-founders of NVC Long Beach; the local chapter for those interested in learning, practicing, and sharing the principles and teachings of Nonviolent Communication.
Jenny has been teaching Yoga and practicing Ayurvedic medicine over the past 15 years. Currently a student of acupuncture + TCM her focus is in healing the mind-body connection. She is also one of the co-founders of Sacred Roots Holistic Healing in Long Beach, Ca. Jenny has experienced immense personal transformation from the practices of mindfulness + compassion and is grateful to have the opportunity to continue sharing this impactful approach to healing the emotional-mental aspects of self with her community.
Rachel is a comedian, actress, and writer in LA with a strong personal interest in conflict resolution and mediation. She is dedicated to practicing compassionate listening and communication within her own life and relationships. She believes compassionate communication is a ripple effect that begins with ourselves. Rachel is excited to share and teach this heart based method of communication as a way to inspire peace and understanding with the greater community.
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“Being a part of NVC Long Beach is a transformational journey! Learning to listen with compassion vs. judgement, has improved relationships in all areas of my life, including the one I have with myself!! Thank you, Jenny and Rachel, for offering the opportunity to delve deeper into honest, productive and civil communication. The safe, nurturing environment you provide, combined with your personal experience and training, make practicing the tools both useful and fun! I’m honored and excited to participate again!”
-Jan Casebolt
