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Keep It Real, Warts and All

Keep It Real, Warts and All

Keep It Real, Warts and All

with Alan Rafael Seid
Trainer Tip • 1-2 minutes • 
Trainer Tip
1-2 minutes
Our craving for love, acceptance, and approval can lead us to show only parts of ourselves and hide others. This lack of authenticity breeds disconnection and mistrust, leading to those very needs not being met. Once I accept myself, being authentic is easier. And then people in my life can love me for who I really am, warts and all.
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Protective Vs. Punitive Use Of Force

Protective Vs. Punitive Use Of Force

Protective Vs. Punitive Use Of Force

with Mary Mackenzie
Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes • 
Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes
Trainer Tip: Punitive use of force stems from a belief that people behave in certain ways because they're bad, and that they need to be punished to mend their ways. One way to punish is to judge them. In contrast, protective use of force stems from a desire to prevent injury or injustice. It focuses on protecting people’s rights and well-being, not judging their behavior.
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Communicating Our Deepest Desires

Communicating Our Deepest Desires

Communicating Our Deepest Desires

with Mary Mackenzie
Trainer Tip • 1-2 minutes • 
Trainer Tip
1-2 minutes
Trainer Tip: When we "protect" ourselves by not asking for what we want, we block ourselves from getting our needs met. From here, disappointment and resentment can build -- especially if this is a pattern. Instead, notice when you're tempted to do this, and be honest and upfront about what you want to improve the quality of your relationships.
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Practical Ideas to Keep Workplace Relationships Satisfying

Practical Ideas to Keep Workplace Relationships Satisfying

Practical Ideas to Keep Workplace Relationships Satisfying

with Sylvia Haskvitz
Article • 4 - 6 minutes • 
Article
4 - 6 minutes
Workplace relationships are complex. Each employee brings their unique self to work. Their background, perspective, emotional triggers, and working style. Add to this the dynamics of power relations, and the fact that often workplace communication now takes place at our computer keyboards rather than face-to-face. Sylvia Haskvitz offers practical tips to make today's complex workplace...
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Dialogue in the Workplace (5 Session Course)

Dialogue in the Workplace (5 Session Course)

Dialogue in the Workplace (5 Session Course)

with Miki Kashtan
Audio • 6 - 8 hours • 
Audio
6 - 8 hours
One of the key challenges of engaging in dialogue in the workplace is that – while we are all equally human – the norms of the workplace make honest and open dialogue challenging, especially when power differences are present. This course offers a plethora of considerations and tips designed to allow you to humanize your relationships at work, focus on your common goals, and bring more...
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Holding Dilemmas Together in the Workplace

Holding Dilemmas Together in the Workplace

Holding Dilemmas Together in the Workplace

with Miki Kashtan
Article • 11 - 16 minutes • 
Article
11 - 16 minutes
When we are transparent about our concerns, brainstorm solutions together, and look towards making a decision with the other person, we can increase understanding, partnership, and mutual support. This invites people to work on the same issue from the same direction, collaboratively seek solutions, and tap a deeper wisdom. In the end, the future survival of our species depends on this kind of...
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Taking on the World: How to Become a Change Agent (12 Session Course)

Taking on the World: How to Become a Change Agent (12 Session Course)

Taking on the World: How to Become a Change Agent (12 Session Course)

with Miki Kashtan
Audio • 14 - 18 hours • 
Audio
14 - 18 hours
Are you eager to translate your vision of a world where everyone’s needs matter into a tangible reality? Do you long to discover your unique role in responding to the challenges of our times? If, so join Miki for 12 sessions that will propel you on your way!
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Taking 100% Responsibility for Every Relationship (4 Session Course)

Taking 100% Responsibility for Every Relationship (4 Session Course)

Taking 100% Responsibility for Every Relationship (4 Session Course)

with Miki Kashtan
Audio • 4 - 6 hours • 
Audio
4 - 6 hours
Taking 100% Responsibility offers a powerful antidote to the all-too-common dynamic of blaming that leaves you in the victim position and unable to have the relationship you want. Miki invites you to assume a stance of leadership while holding full care for both parties’ needs. No longer will you need to wait for the other person to change, nor will you need to give up your needs to reach...
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NVC Life Hacks 34: When working from home clashes with home life

NVC Life Hacks 34: When working from home clashes with home life

NVC Life Hacks 34: When working from home clashes with home life

with Shantigarbha Warren
Video • 18 minutes • 
Video
18 minutes
Have you been struggling with the difficulties that can arise from working at home? If you're used to working from an office, a space that is designed for work, it can be a shock working from a space that is usually associated with other kinds of activities. In this Life Hack, we look at ways that NVC can help you deal with potential conflicts that arise.
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The Highest Leverage For Effective Meetings

The Highest Leverage For Effective Meetings

The Highest Leverage For Effective Meetings

with Alan Rafael Seid
Trainer Tip • 1-2 minutes • 
Trainer Tip
1-2 minutes
The highest leverage point for effective meetings is preparing with self inquiry. Before saying something, we can ask ourselves about who this is serving, what needs it serves to say it, if there is a request we want to make, how to make the request actionable, and more. If more people at meetings do this, it can reduce the overall number of tangents we experience at meetings.
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Sociocratic Meeting Facilitation: For All the Meetings in Your Life (6 Session Course)

Sociocratic Meeting Facilitation: For All the Meetings in Your Life (6 Session Course)

Sociocratic Meeting Facilitation: For All the Meetings in Your Life (6 Session Course)

with Greg Rouillard, John Buck and Jerry Koch-Gonzalez
Audio • 7 - 9 hours • 
Audio
7 - 9 hours
Join CNVC Certified Trainer Jerry Koch-Gonzalez, Greg Rouillard and Certified Dynamic Governance (Sociocracy) Consultant John Buck for this six-session course recording to learn how to transform your method of meeting facilitation. Many NVC organizations have begun using sociocratic tools, including circle meetings and decision making by consent, with satisfying results.
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