How do you speak your “No” when you fear retribution or a backlash, and all you want is love and protection? Listen in as Kristin leads participants through a unique process designed to help you feel less afraid and enable you to more easily cope with feelings of overwhelm, grief, or even anger.

People often want to be supportive of group process, but don't always know how. The facilitator's role is to help the group process move forward while simultaneously supporting every individual, so all move forward together.

Learn about the three stages of transition, and how staying connected to needs can help you remain oriented and grounded even through the most challenging transitions.

David explores how movement helps you hold your center when navigating challenging conversations. Example: Move to Wind ~ to calm your system; Move to Ground ~ to notice the ground on which you stand; and Step to Shikaku ~ step behind to practice empathic listening. Listen Now.

Jim and Jori’s Zero Step helps you focus your attention on your intention to connect, and then affirms your intention to live in the present. Listen in as they demonstrate the process — and learn about the benefits of using and cultivating it!

Read Chapter 2, Staying in Emotional Balance: Healthy Self-Regulation from Sarah Peyton’s book, Your Resonant Self.

Whether you're a teacher, trainer, social activist / organizer, or business owner, if you've ever wondered why a group of lively humans would suddenly lose their energy and leave a brainstorm gathering you've facilitated feeling frustrated or dejected, this course — which draws on Nonviolent Communication, Holacracy, Interpersonal Neurobiology, and systems theory, among other tools — is for you.

Whether you're a teacher, trainer, social activist / organizer, or business owner, if you've ever wondered why a group of lively humans would suddenly lose their energy and leave a brainstorm gathering you've facilitated feeling frustrated or dejected, this course — which draws on Nonviolent Communication, Holacracy, Interpersonal Neurobiology, and systems theory, among other tools — is for you.

Most of us are taught to handle our mourning times alone and as rapidly as possible. Grief, though, is richest when we’re able to grieve in community! Join Kristin for this gentle, healing series, and you’ll discover a safe, warm space that will help you get untangled from whatever may be blocking your grief, and give you the support and heartfelt caring you’ve been looking for.

Schools are microcosms of our various cultures and societies. As such they provide excellent environments for introducing NVC — and that can be extremely rewarding and transformative. During this course, you’ll be delving into the challenges unique to YOUR school, exploring YOUR visions and dreams for your school, and receive lots of support, coaching, and resources designed to enhance your experience and impact on your school community.