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Increasing Presence Through Observations

Increasing Presence Through Observations

Increasing Presence Through Observations

with John Kinyon

Introductory Skill Level • Practice Exercise • 00:26 hours:minutes

Introductory Skill Level
Practice Exercise
00:26 hours:minutes

John Kinyon leads participants through two Observation Exercises to strengthen their ability to be present. Through the exercises, John distinguishes the difference between feelings, which are emotions felt inside the body, and observations which are witness to our experience.

Developing Observation Skills

Developing Observation Skills

Developing Observation Skills

with Jim & Jori Manske

Introductory Skill Level • Audio • 00:23 hours:minutes

Introductory Skill Level
Audio
00:23 hours:minutes

In this introductory audio with CNVC Certified Trainers, Jim and Jori Manske, you will learn the difference between an observation and an evaluation, and how discerning between the two improves your ability to stay present in the moment. Included are daily practices for developing your observational skills.

Observation, the First Component of Nonviolent Communication

Observation, the First Component of Nonviolent Communication

Observation, the First Component of Nonviolent Communication

with Mary Mackenzie

Introductory Skill Level • Trainer Tip • Read time: 1-2 minutes

Introductory Skill Level
Trainer Tip
Read time: 1-2 minutes

Trainer tip: People often presume why something happened before checking with the other person. Instead, if we were to name the facts of what happened without adding in our own judgments or reasons why we think it happened, we can more easily open the possibility for deeper connection with the other person. Read on for more.

Mediating Conflict Conversations with Observation, Feeling, Need, and Request

Mediating Conflict Conversations with Observation, Feeling, Need, and Request

Mediating Conflict Conversations with Observation, Feeling, Need, and Request

with John Kinyon

Intermediate Skill Level • Audio • 00:44 hours:minutes

Intermediate Skill Level
Audio
00:44 hours:minutes

Mediating a conflict conversation can be challenging – but with tools and practice, that challenge can be transformed. If you're curious about the specific steps needed to achieve that transformation, join John for an exploration of his non-dual mindfulness practice.

NVC Tools: Observations, Feelings, Needs and Requests

NVC Tools: Observations, Feelings, Needs and Requests

NVC Tools: Observations, Feelings, Needs and Requests

with Wes Taylor

Introductory Skill Level • Video • 00:28 hours:minutes

Introductory Skill Level
Video
00:28 hours:minutes

In this introduction to Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Wes Taylor discusses the two basic aspects of NVC, the consciousness and the tools that help manifest the consciousness.

Can NVC Be Learned Without Learning Observation, Feeling, Need and Request?

Can NVC Be Learned Without Learning Observation, Feeling, Need and Request?

Can NVC Be Learned Without Learning Observation, Feeling, Need and Request?

with Bridget Belgrave, Jeff Brown and Mary Mackenzie

Intermediate Skill Level • Audio • 00:44 hours/minutes

Intermediate Skill Level
Audio
00:44 hours/minutes

In this enlightening Trainer Conversation, three veteran CNVC Certified Trainers discuss whether NVC can be learned without first learning Observations, Feelings, Needs, Requests (OFNR). The conversation naturally meanders as the trainers grapple with the question, eventually covering a wide-range of topics including the spirituality and true essence of NVC.

Observation: The Awareness of the Thoughts, Stories and Core Beliefs to Enhance Connection

Observation: The Awareness of the Thoughts, Stories and Core Beliefs to Enhance Connection

Observation: The Awareness of the Thoughts, Stories and Core Beliefs to Enhance Connection

with John Kinyon

Intermediate Skill Level • Audio • 02:10 hours:minutes

Intermediate Skill Level
Audio
02:10 hours:minutes

In this recorded telecourse, John Kinyon, world renowned CNVC Certified Trainer, guides you through processes to strengthen your capacity for mindful presence and awareness of your thinking, and to develop the skills to translate thoughts into observations.

Observing without Judgment

Observing without Judgment

Observing without Judgment

with Mary Mackenzie

Introductory Skill Level • Trainer Tip • Read time: 1-2 minutes

Introductory Skill Level
Trainer Tip
Read time: 1-2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Today, identify the facts, without adding your ideas about why people behave in certain ways. Then consider connecting with the person about what was going on with them. You will find that the more you observe life without judgment and evaluation, the more open you will be to hearing and connecting with other people.

Poetic License

Poetic License

Poetic License

with Christine King and Jean Morrison

Beginner Skill Level • Article • N/A

Beginner Skill Level
Article
N/A

Poetic License is a fun group exercise that's sure to incite laughter in your NVC group!

Cultivating Gratitude

Cultivating Gratitude

Cultivating Gratitude

with Jim & Jori Manske

Beginner Skill Level • Trainer Tip • Read Time: 1-2 minutes

Beginner Skill Level
Trainer Tip
Read Time: 1-2 minutes

Here's a five-step 30 day practice to cultivate gratitude, using the practice of observations, needs, feelings, presence, vitality, awareness of contribution, sharing power and interdependence.

What is Nonviolent Communication?

What is Nonviolent Communication?

What is Nonviolent Communication?

with Mary Mackenzie

Introductory Skill Level • Trainer Tip • Read time: 1-2 minutes

Introductory Skill Level
Trainer Tip
Read time: 1-2 minutes

Trainer tip: NVC focuses on shared human values and needs, and encourages the use of language that increases good will -- plus avoidance of language that contributes to resentment or lowered self-esteem. It emphasizes taking personal responsibility for choices and improving the quality of relationships as a primary goal. For today, focus on making observations without moralistic judgment in at...

How to Handle Being Judged

How to Handle Being Judged

How to Handle Being Judged

with Sylvia Haskvitz

Intermediate Skill Level • Trainer Tip • 2 pages

Intermediate Skill Level
Trainer Tip
2 pages

Ask the Trainer: "I am wondering what to do with a judgment that is expressed by someone about me. In these situations I can't find the unmet need they are expressing (other than perhaps significance)."

The Sweetest Game in Town: Contributing Without Praise

The Sweetest Game in Town: Contributing Without Praise

The Sweetest Game in Town: Contributing Without Praise

with Inbal Kashtan

Beginner Skill Level • Trainer Tip • 2 pages

Beginner Skill Level
Trainer Tip
2 pages

Inbal answers a parent's question about praise and offers a perspective on how praise translates into the NVC framework.

Nothing but the Facts

Nothing but the Facts

Nothing but the Facts

with Mary Mackenzie

Beginner Skill Level • Trainer Tip • Read time: 1-2 minutes

Beginner Skill Level
Trainer Tip
Read time: 1-2 minutes

Trainer Tip: There's often a large gap between what we experience, and the story we make up about it. Noticing how our judgments and assumptions cloud our observations can be critical to creating a connection with others and maintaining a Nonviolent Communication consciousness.

Creating Peace and Change: A Multi-Level Approach

Creating Peace and Change: A Multi-Level Approach

Creating Peace and Change: A Multi-Level Approach

with Dian Killian

Intermediate Skill Level • Article • Read time: 12 - 18 minutes

Intermediate Skill Level
Article
Read time: 12 - 18 minutes

Why does NVC practice, and NVC training/coaching, appear to be not enough to bridge divides between people? This article takes a look at the trickle down effect of our societal conditioning, what we can add to our NVC lense, and what we can do "upstream" when NVC doesn't seem to be enough. Additionally, the article talks about unseen constraints that men, women and minority groups face in...

Transforming Painful Patterns

Transforming Painful Patterns

Transforming Painful Patterns

with Arnina Kashtan

Intermediate Skill Level • Article • 7 pages

Intermediate Skill Level
Article
7 pages

Why is it so difficult to change our patterns even when we want to, even when we experience shame or despair about them? Here are common pitfalls and concrete steps to overcome them in the future.

The Heart of Conflict (Complete Course)

The Heart of Conflict (Complete Course)

The Heart of Conflict (Complete Course)

with Jim & Jori Manske

Beginner Skill Level • Audio • 08:50 hours:minutes

Beginner Skill Level
Audio
08:50 hours:minutes

Join CNVC Certified Trainers and Mediators Jori and Jim Manske in an exploration of using Nonviolent Communication in the context of Mediation and Conflict Resolution. The first session of this course is available for all to listen to and enjoy. nvctraining.com

Tips for the Road Series: Tip 3. Get Empathy before Making Important Decisions

Tips for the Road Series: Tip 3. Get Empathy before Making Important Decisions

Tips for the Road Series: Tip 3. Get Empathy before Making Important Decisions

with Eric Bowers

Beginner Skill Level • Trainer Tip • 1 page

Beginner Skill Level
Trainer Tip
1 page

Eric explains how we can often avoid regret by getting empathy before making important decisions.

NVC “Reality TV” (Complete Course)

NVC “Reality TV” (Complete Course)

NVC “Reality TV” (Complete Course)

with Catherine Cadden and Jesse Wiens

Beginner Skill Level • Audio • 03:44 hours:minutes

Beginner Skill Level
Audio
03:44 hours:minutes

If role-play, hearing conversations modeled, and dialogue practice is how you learn, this 4-part telecourse recording is for you! Learn the art of entering into, staying in, and bowing out of “the dance” of communication, playing with your real-life situations using Observations, Feelings, Needs, and Requests as the foundation.

Key Differentiations in Nonviolent Communication

Key Differentiations in Nonviolent Communication

Key Differentiations in Nonviolent Communication

with Sylvia Haskvitz

Beginner Skill Level • Audio • 01:00 hours:minutes

Beginner Skill Level
Audio
01:00 hours:minutes

Veteran CNVC Certified Trainer, Sylvia Haskvitz, reviews the key distinctions (sometimes referred to as the key differentiations) in Nonviolent Communication.

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