Moving Toward Meaningful (and skillful) Dialogue:
An Intro to Nonviolent Communication

Have you ever . . . .

• Yearned for more confidence in having difficult conversations?

• Wondered where strong emotions come from, within ourselves and from others?

• Had trouble knowing how to respond to blame or criticism?

• Gotten sad because you can’t connect the way you want to with friends, family or other people in your life?

• Would you rather . . . .

• Express yourself with clarity and ease?

• Learn to deal with strong emotions?

• Deepen your relationships?

• Create win/win outcomes from conflict?

Then consider joining us on Thursday, August 22nd, 10-3pm at Ingalls Creek Enrichment Center for this interactive workshop. We’ll explore Nonviolent Communication (NVC), a powerful process developed by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD. which helps us to relate better to ourselves, others and society as a whole. It aims to foster connection with others based on empathy, honesty and understanding. This work empowers the individual to work towards health, and is great for teams looking to improve connection and communication. Bring your own lunch

In this workshop you can expect to:

• Explore the components of NVC through conversation, games and exercises.

• Build a vocabulary for feelings and needs.

• Gain a better understanding of the roots of conflict.

• Practice the NVC process.

• Have fun!

About the Facilitator:

Bob Mark is a Leavenworth resident, a husband, a father of two young boys, and the Human Services Director at Upper Valley MEND (Meeting Each Need with Dignity), where he has worked since 2009. With nearly 20 years of experience in studying and practicing Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Bob has recently embarked on the path to become a certified trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC).

Bob passionately believes in the transformative power of NVC, stating, "I consider Nonviolent Communication to be one of the best tools I’ve encountered for life’s toolbox. Through the practice of NVC and the consciousness it fosters, I can connect with myself and others in a profound way, cultivating compassion, empathy, and understanding—all things the world needs more of.