Charleston's First NVC Weekend Retreat

Non Violent Communication Event in Charleston!
"Adventures in Honesty/ Living & Communicating Authentically."
Nov 12-13, 2010 - Registration is $80

KPCC will be hosting a weekend training in Non Violent Communications, featuring Internationally Certified NVC Trainer, Jeff Brown. Jeff will be with us Nov 12 - 13 for the day and a half long workshop. Space is limited to 50 participants.

Cost is $80 for both days (Fri, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 9:30pm and Sat Nov 13, 9:00am - 5:00pm, lunch is included). Location will be in Charleston, TBA.

Click here to let us know you are interested

Join us for a fun, experiential, and moving introduction to the principles and practices of Compassionate Nonviolent Communication (NVC).

Discover a life-transforming communication practice that builds trust, transforms conflict, and creates authentic connection in your relationships.

In this event, you will learn how to create a quality of connection between yourself and others where everyone's needs, even in conflict situations, are held with care and compassion... without resorting to punishment, force, manipulation, blame or other approaches that we end up paying for later.

You will learn how to:

* express yourself honestly and openly;
* hear difficult messages without taking them personally;
* connect with others by communicating empathy; and
* find the gift that underlies all blame, judgment and criticism.


Jeff Brown is Executive Director
Compassionate Communication of Central Ohio  [www.nvcohio.org]
2350 Indianola Ave., Columbus, OH 43202 USA
614-558-1141 office ~ 812-320-3842 personal

* Certified Trainer, Center for Nonviolent Communication  [www.cnvc.org]
* Associate Trainer, NVC Training Institute  [www.nvcti.com]

Visit his blog:  http://heartfeltcommunication.blogspot.com



Click here to let us know you are interested

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Sky Kershner, 304-346-9689 x13
Kanawha Pastoral Counseling

Join us at the Dent Dinner, Oct 19, 2010
Celebrating Health and Humor
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Announcing a New Compassionate Communication Practice Group for Fall 2010

Compassionate Communication Workshops

Fall 2010

Kanawha Pastoral Counseling promotes the skills of better relationships by presenting a series of classes and workshops designed to help people practice the skills of effective and heart-connected communication, peaceful parenting, and respectful negotiation.

Please feel free to drop in on any of these groups at any time

Sign up for a class or practice group at www.kpcc.com/cc-nvc.htm
or call us at 304-346-9689

• Monday Lunch Practice Group – Free
  Every Monday, 12:05 - 12:55 at KPCC
  Kanawha Pastoral Counseling

16 Leon Sullivan Way, Charleston, Suite 310
Hosted by Rose Ann Hefner       

(304) 346-9689 x 15           

 

• Tuesday Evening Practice Group-Free NEW!!
  Tuesday evenings, beginning September 14th, 2010
  6:00 p.m-7:00 p.m. at KPCC

        16 Leon Sullivan Eay, Charleston, Suite 310
        Hosted by Amanda Ayers and Gina Lendvay
        agayers14@gmail.com

Each of these classes uses the book Non-Violent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg. We will be working on how to use NVC to deepen connection, increase empathy and non-judgment, and how to negotiate unmet needs from an open heart. Groups are open to individual, couples, parents, teachers, and counselors who want to improve their communication, negotiation, and intimacy skills.

Kanawha Pastoral Counseling is located at First Presbyterian Church, 16 Leon Sullivan Way, Suite 300, Charleston, WV, 25301, (304)346-9689. We have free parking. Please feel free to come to any one or all of the classes in any of the series.

www.kpcc.com/cc-nvc.htm

Summer Sundays Non-Violent Communication Classes

Kanawha Pastoral Counseling
is hosting a Summer NVC Series of Classes

Sundays, 12:30 - 1:45pm, July 18 - Aug 15

at Unity of Kanawha Valley
(at the corner of Bridge and Myrtle in South Hills)
304-345-0021
Map

The classes are free
Please join us at any point!

July 18 - Making Observations
July 25 - Identifying Feelings
Aug 1 - Identifying Need
Aug 8 - Making Requests
Aug 15 - Putting it all together

More info at
http://sites.google.com/site/kpccwv/communication

The Art of Deep Listening: Cincinnati, OH, April 30-May 1, 2010

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The Art of Deep Listening: A Compassionate Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Training What is "Deep Listening"? Deep Listening is one of the most powerful and important qualities in relationship with others. In Compassionate Communication, we often refer to this quality of listening as, "empathy" or "empathic listening." Empathy -- which is about being fully present with another without judgment, analysis, or fixing -- has the ability to radically transform the quality of our relationships, and the very experience of being alive. Empathy is about emptying our mind, opening our heart, and listening with our whole being. In the process, we become more present with ourselves, others, and with what we really value. Unfortunately, very few people have been exposed to the skills of deep listening. Instead, most of us use "empathy blocking responses," such as giving advice, reassuring them, educating them, giving them our analysis of them, or telling them stories about our experiences. While these responses are not inherently or automatically negative, they do tend to block one of the most powerful and influential qualities available to human beings -- empathy. What are the benefits of Deep Listening? Practicing empathy in our relationships with others, and with ourselves, has some reliable outcomes: * Increased harmony and understanding between you and others; * Higher productivity and effectiveness, because in environments where there is trust and harmony, people work more creatively and freely; * Joyful giving and receiving to each others' well-being, as opposed to obligation and duty-based giving which have an eventual fallout; * A stronger community in which people have bonds with each other that stand the test of time and circumstance; * More happiness and fulfillment because people come to see that we care enough to understand and respect their needs. * You enjoy other people a LOT more because you are no longer taking things personally; instead, you can perceive their needs and feelings without taking them on. ________________________________ A quote by Thich Nhat Hahn, a Buddhist monk originally from Vietnam, who now travels the world sharing peacemaking principles and meditation practices: "Our capacity to make peace with another person and with the world depends very much on our capacity to make peace with ourselves. If we are at war with our parents, our family, our society, or our church, there is probably a war going on inside us also, so the most basic work for peace is to return to ourselves and create harmony among the elements within us." Dear Sky, We invite you to a 1.5 day training experience in Compassionate Nonviolent Communication (NVC) on Friday, April 30 - Saturday, May 1, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Please note that an earlybird discount applies if you register by Tuesday, April 6. What is Compassionate Communication? The Art of Deep Listening A Compassionate Communication training experience open to all learning levels "Empathy is a quality of character that can change the world." - U.S. President Barack Obama Jeff Brown (pictured above), the lead trainer for this event. He will be assisted by a team of experienced local practitioners including Angela Bronzie, Gail Garvin, Mikki Fogg, Tina Michel, Pamela Wilz, and Maria Yunker. Friday, April 30 - Saturday, May 1, 2010: sponsored and hosted by New Thought Unity Center 1401 E. McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH 45206 (map) Friday evening (6:30p - 9:30p): "Introduction to Compassionate Communication" * For all learning levels, including beginners * Saturday (9:30a - 5:30p): "The Art of Deep Listening through Empathy" * For people who attend Friday evening, or those with prior NVC training experience * Click here for a full description of the training and of Compassionate Communication (a.k.a. "NVC"). Description of the Training    Join us to explore one of the most extraordinary qualities in the human experience -- empathy, or what NVC founder, Marshall Rosenberg, calls, "a special kind of understanding from the heart that supports us in seeing the beauty in others, and in ourselves."    People are using Compassionate Communication principles in 30 countries to create a world in which everyone's needs matter, and we find ways to settle our differences nonviolently -- without resorting to punishment, force, manipulation, blame or other approaches that we end up paying for later.    Friday's introduction will incorporate all three primary modes of Compassionate Communication: authentically expressing ourselves; listening to others with empathy; and creating compassion within ourselves.    Saturday's session will emphasize the power of empathic listening, and how that simple act can restore trust and increase harmony in relationships, and connect across differences no matter our gender, age, race, background or life experience.    We hope you will join us and our team of trainers and support people including Angela Bronzie, Gail Garvin, Mikki Fogg, Tina Michel, Pamela Wilz, and Maria Yunker. COST: Friday & Saturday: $85/person earlybird; $110/person regular rate Friday only: $25/person earlybird; $35/person regular rate Saturday only: $75/person earlybird; $95/person regular rate ** Earlybird discount effective until April 6, 2010 Additional discounts available for registering with friends: * When 2 people register together, you both save 10% * When 3 or more people register together, everyone saves 20%! REGISTER: Pay online with a credit card through our secure PayPal account. Or, mail us a check payable to "CCCO" to: Compassionate Communication of Central Ohio PO Box 1186 Worthington, OH 43085 We thank our host and sponsor: For questions or help with registration, email info@nvcohio.org or call 614-558-1141. Jeff Brown, Director Compassionate Communication of Central Ohio email: jeff@nvcohio.org phone: 614-558-1141 web: http://www.nvcohio.org

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Sky Kershner, 304-346-9689 x13
Kanawha Pastoral Counseling
www.kpcc.com

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Communicate

I communicate with wisdom and love.

In every interaction with others, I choose to communicate wisely, responsibly and authentically. Using positive, affirming words to express my ideas and desires enables me to be a force for good in the world, a powerful co-creator with God in every activity and in all arenas of life.

In every word spoken by phone or typed into a computer or handheld device, I am transmitting powerful ideas that can either discourage or uplift the person with whom I am communicating. So I choose to interact thoughtfully through every medium.

Authentic communication builds trust and understanding. My words have a positive impact on my relationships as I communicate with wisdom and love in every way.

New Video

Here is a wonderful new video from Marshal Rosenberg, founder of NVC

"We need to know how to hear people's feelings no matter how they're communicating." - Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D.   An Inspiring Video You'll Never Forget World-renowned author, peacemaker, and conflict resolution expert, Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D. talks about the keys to prevent all forms of conflict and violence in this 10-minute video.

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Sky Kershner, 304-346-9689 x13
Kanawha Pastoral Counseling
www.kpcc.com

If I could use Nonviolent Communication every day in every conversation life would be beautiful. Unfortunately, I find myself struggling to use it in some of my more closer relationships. When I do use it, I feel closer and almost immediately see the other person being more compassionate as well. I love it! Learning NVC has allowed me to see that I tend to use demands often with my daughter, recognizing this has helped me be more compassionate and less demanding. NVC has also helped me to stop and think what the other person is needing before making any judgments. I am really enjoying this experience!