Compassionate Communication: The Language of the Heart

TITLE: Introduction to Compassionate Nonviolent Communication (NVC): The Language of the HeartDESCRIPTION: Discover a life-transforming communication practice that builds trust, transforms conflict, and creates harmony in your relationships. In this session, 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.Learn how to honor your deepest desires in every moment, and never give in or give up on your needs again.You will learn how to:• hear difficult messages without taking them personally• express yourself honestly and openly • connect with others by communicating empathy• find the gift that underlies all blame, judgment and criticismDATE: Sunday, April 26, 2009-1:30pm-5:30pmLOCATION: Covenant Presbyterian Church, 326 Segoe Rd., Madison, WI EXPERIENCE: Open to all learning levels. Designed for people with no prior experience.COST: $45.00 / $35.00 if registered before March 30th. Register early to reserve your seat!FACILITATOR: Jeff Brown, M.A. (St. Louis, Missouri), certified trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC)REGISTRATIONS AND QUESTIONS: Contact Jennifer Warnick at jennifer@heartfeltcommunication.com or 608-554-2038. Checks can be made payable to 'Jeff Brown' and sent to Jennifer Warnick, 202 Davidson St. #2, Madison WI 53716. Credit card payments are also accepted online (email Jennifer for a secure payment link)