Foundations of Compassionate Communication

This series takes us from the very beginning concepts to a deeper understanding of the purpose, meaning and implications Non-Violent Communication has in our lives and in the world. We will practice responding and communicating consciously based on our awareness and connection to needs.

Participants are offered a deeper understanding and experience of this new generation of communication skills. During the training we will establish a clear idea of what NVC is and what it is not. Through exercises, demonstrations, role-plays and more, participants will have first-hand experience practicing skills to bring into their daily lives.
The framework includes the following building blocks:

• Introduction to the transformative power of Needs Awareness
• Needs vs Strategies
• The Relationship Between Moralistic Judgments and Needs
• The Relationship Between Feelings and Needs
• Listening for Needs in others (Empathy)
• Listening for Needs in ourselves (Self-Empathy)
• Creative Conflict Resolution (From Needs to Requests)
• Hearing the "Yes" behind the No
• Needs-based Boundaries
• Needs-based Appreciation vs Praise
• Needs-based Mourning vs Suffering

Transformative and Tangible Outcomes

Whether you decide to continue further in your NVC journey or not, you can still expect to experience a tangible impact of a Discovery Training in your life.
This could include:

• Enhanced ability to express needs and feelings clearly and respectfully
• Increased competence in resolving conflicts peacefully and effectively
• Greater capacity to understand and empathize with others
• Enhanced self-awareness
• Improved quality of personal and professional relationships
• Lower levels of stress related to interpersonal conflicts and communication challenges
• Enhanced ability to collaborate and work harmoniously with others
• Increased congruence between your values and actions
• And more...

Clara Moisello, PhD
Clara Moisello's journey with Nonviolent Communication (NVC) began in 2006 when she moved from Italy to New York for her doctoral studies. While working as a neuroscience researcher at CUNY, she became deeply involved with the NYCNVC community, engaging in practice groups, intensives, and training under Thom Bond's mentorship. This involvement led to a career shift, and she has since completed over 1000 hours of NVC training.

Clara is now a Lead Trainer and Co-Director of NYCNVC and the founder of Compassion Course Italia, an Italian chapter of the global Compassion Course Online. Her background in neuroscience and contemplative practices enhances her work, as she continues to explore innovative ways to advance NVC. Clara is dedicated to fostering compassionate dialogue and personal growth, striving to create a more empathetic and connected world.

Price:$350 per personFree to BSEC Members

"In order to preserve the integrity of the program and the learning of the group, participants are required to attend all the sessions in their entirety. If you know in advance that you would have to miss 1 or more sessions, please contact us before registering. If circumstances arise during the program which cause you to miss one session, please as soon as possible to discuss how to proceed"

Dates and times:
Sundays, 2.30-6.30pm
9.22
10.20
11.17
12.15

Host or Publisher Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture