SEED OF PEACE TRAINING DIARY

MARCH 2008

 

NEWMARKET, NH, USA

BASIC TRAINING

BASIC

Thursday 20 March (7pm) - Saturday 22 March (4pm)

Would you like to transform your communication? This residential course:

- Introduces you to the steps of the NVC process for use in expressing yourself to others, listening to others and listening compassionately to yourself.

- Will give you sufficient information and practice to start using NVC in your daily life.

- Is run in an experiential style working with examples from participants' lives.

- Uses the NVC Dance Floors for active, integrated learning.

- Is challenging, moving, supportive and fun!

The trainers are Shantigarbha and Christa Gronow (CNVC.org certified trainers).

Venue: Aryaloka retreat centre is located in woods near Newmarket, NH. It provides accommodation in shared rooms and delicious vegetarian food.

To prepare for the workshop, please read Marshall Rosenberg's "Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life" or watch the DVD, "The Basics of NVC".

Fees

$375, including accommodation in comfortable, shared bedrooms and simple, tasty, vegetarian food. If you find it difficult to imagine coming for financial reasons, we are happy to negotiate this amount.

Further Information and Registration:

Contact the Aryaloka office www.aryaloka.org or (603) 659-5456

NEWMARKET, NH, USA

DEEPENING + CONFLICT

INTERMEDIATE

Saturday 22 March (7pm) - Monday 24 March (4pm)

Suitable for people who have completed a two day Basic Training or equivalent.

On this residential training you will:

- Review and practice the basic ingredients of NVC

- Share the ups and downs of applying NVC in your life

- Explore how to resolve inner conflict.

- Find out how to remain centered and break deadlocks in conflicts with others.

- Find out how to begin mediating between two people who are in conflict.

Trainers and venue: same as for Basic Training

Fees

$375, including accommodation in comfortable, shared bedrooms and simple, tasty, vegetarian food. If you find it difficult to imagine coming for financial reasons, we are happy to negotiate this amount.

Further Information and Registration:

Contact the Aryaloka office www.aryaloka.org or (603) 659-5456

NEWMARKET, NH, USA

THE HEALING POWER OF EMPATHY

ALL LEVELS

Tuesday 25 March (11am - 6pm)

"I can testify that when you are in psychological distress and someone really hears you without passing judgment on you, without trying to take responsibility for you, without trying to mold you, it feels damn good!" Carl Rogers.

Come and experience the healing power of empathy.

Trainers and venue: same as for Basic Training

Fees

$140 including tasty, vegetarian lunch. If you find it difficult to imagine coming for financial reasons, we are happy to negotiate this amount.

Accommodation available at Aryaloka (charged separately.)

Further Information and Registration:

See above

APRIL 2008

 

 

BIRMINGHAM, UK

FOUNDATION TRAINING

LEVEL: BASIC

April 12 - 13, 2008

Duration: 2 Days

Would you like to learn how to transform your communication?

This workshop runs from 10am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday, and:

(i) introduces you to the steps of the NVC process for use in expressing yourself to others, listening to others and listening compassionately to yourself.

(ii) gives you sufficient information and practice to start using NVC in your daily life.

(iii) is run in an experiential style working with examples from participants' lives.

(iv) uses the NVC Dance Floors for integrated, dynamic learning.

(v) is a recognised stepping stone to further NVC training

The trainer is Shantigarbha (Chris Warren), CNVC.org certified Trainer.

The venue is Birmingham Buddhist Centre, 11 Park Road, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8AB

Preparation: Please read Marshall's book 'Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life' or watch the DVD, "The Basics of NVC".

Fees

We would like to receive £130 (business rates on application). Low-income and Sangha rate: £90. Reduced fee scholarships: make it possible for up to five Sangha members to come at the special rate of £60 by donating an extra £30 when you pay your fee.

Further information and Booking

Contact the Birmingham Buddhist Centre office on (0121) 449 5279 or info[at]birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk

JUNE 2008

 

 

BIRMINGHAM, UK

DEEPENING + EMPATHY TRAINING

INTERMEDIATE

Dates: June 21 - 22

Duration: 10am-5pm both days

These trainings are designed for practising skills learned in your Foundation Training, PLUS developing further understanding and skills in the area of empathy. (The other 'Deepenings' we offer are in the areas of Anger and Conflict).

On this training we:

- review and practise the basic ingredients of NVC

- share the ups and downs of applying NVC in your life

- extend skills and understanding with the NVC Dance Floors.

- discover the healing power of presence

- connect empathically with ourselves and others

- hear the needs behind challenging messages.

Trainer: Shantigarbha (Chris Warren), CNVC.org certified Trainer.

The venue is Birmingham Buddhist Centre, 11 Park Road, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8AB

Fees

We would like to receive £130 (business rates on application). Low-income and Sangha rate: £90. Reduced fee scholarships: make it possible for up to five Sangha members to come at the special rate of £60 by donating an extra £30 when you pay your fee.

 

Further information and Booking

Contact the Birmingham Buddhist Centre office on (0121) 449 5279 or info[at]birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk

 

BRISTOL, UK

FOUNDATION TRAINING FOR PARENTS

BASIC

June 28 - 29, 2008, 10am-5pm both days

Would you like to learn how to transform your communication? This workshop:

(i) introduces you to the steps of the NVC process for use in expressing yourself to others, listening to others and listening compassionately to yourself.

(ii) gives you sufficient information and practice to start using NVC in your daily life.

(iii) is run in an experiential style working with examples from participants' lives.

(iv) uses the NVC Dance Floors for integrated, dynamic learning.

(v) is a recognised stepping stone to further NVC training

This workshop is for you if you would like to:

* Deepen the quality of connection with your children

* Stay connected in times of conflict

* Become a more present parent

* Learn how to take a 'Time In'

* Learn how to shift from a paradigm of demands, rewards and consequences - to a paradigm of self-responsibility, connection, trust, mutual support and interdependence

* Learn about the value of journalling

* Find a telephone empathy 'Buddy'

The trainer is Shantigarbha (Chris Warren), CNVC.org certified Trainer. Shantigarbha lives with his partner Christa Gronow and helps her bring up her two daughters, Lilli, aged 16 and Mona, aged 14. For more information about their approach to natural parenting, see their recent article in Juno (natural parenting) magazine: www.seedofpeace.org/nvc_topics.asp

Preparation: Please read Marshall's book 'Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life' or watch the DVD, "The Basics of NVC".

The venue is: The Windmill Hill Community Centre, Vivian Street, Bedminster, BS3 4LW. There is a map here: http://tinyurl.com/3agt5o

Fees

We would like to receive £130 (business rates on application). Low wage: £90. We'd like to make this training available to all who need it. If you find it difficult to imagine coming for financial reasons, we are happy to negotiate.

Further information and Booking

Contact Achintya on: 0117 953 1106 and achintyabarry[at]blueyonder.co.uk

JULY 2008

 

 

HUNTINGON, UK

EMBODIED NVC

ALL LEVELS

July 23 - 27 (five days)

Introductory Day for those new to NVC on July 22.

Trainers: Shantigarbha and Christa Gronow

For this training we'll be joined by Mark Walsh, who has pioneered a new system of gentle, mindful exercise called 'Holistics', based on Aikido and 'Somatics'. Mark will lead us in an hour's Holistics training each day.

We'll be combining this with work on the NVC Dance Floors (Inner/Outer, Self-Empathy, Anger, Guilt, Shame & Depression, Educator/Chooser, Yes/No) to fully embody our feelings and needs.

Location: Houghton Chapel, Houghton, nr. Huntingdon

Fees

The fees, including tasty vegetarian food (which we will cook ourselves) and accommodation in shared rooms is £250 - £350 based on your financial resources.

If you find it difficult to imagine coming for financial reasons, we are happy to negotiate.

Further information and Booking

Contact Shantigarbha via the 'Contact Us' form on this website or 07941 611 254

SEPTEMBER 2008

 

 

BRISTOL, UK

DEEPENING + CONFLICT TRAINING

INTERMEDIATE

Sept 20 - 21 (10am - 5pm both days)

Trainer: Shantigarbha (CNVC.org certified trainer)

Suitable for people who have completed a two day Foundation Training or equivalent.

On this training you will:

- Review and practice the basic ingredients of NVC

- Share the ups and downs of applying NVC in your life

- Explore how to resolve inner conflict.

- Find out how to remain centred and break deadlocks in conflicts with others.

- Find out how to begin mediating between two people who are in conflict.

Venue: Bristol Buddhist Centre, 162 Gloucester Road, Bristol, BS7

 

Fees

We would like to receive £130 (business rates on application). Low-income and Sangha rate: £90. If you find it difficult to imagine coming for financial reasons, we are happy to negotiate this amount.

Further information

Contact Shantigarbha via the 'Contact Us' form on this website or 07941 611 254

Booking

Contact the Bristol Buddhist Centre office on 0117 924 9991 or info[at]bristol-buddhist-centre.org

OCTOBER 2008

 

 

GREENWICH, NY, USA

FREE EVENING INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTORY

Monday, October 20, 2008, 7:00 p.m.

"Going for the connection, letting go of the outcome"

Hear about practical skills to transform the quality of communication:

- being honest without insulting people

- being fully present with people in distress

Suitable: for everyone

Trainer: Shantigarbha, CNVC.org certified trainer

Preparation: (if possible) please read Marshall's book 'Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life' or watch the DVD, "The Basics of NVC".

 

 

Fees

By donation

Further information

See www.eastonmountain.com or call 518-692-8023 or email info[at]eastonmountain.com

Registration

No need to register, but it is appreciated. Call 518-692-8023 or email info[at]eastonmountain.com

GREENWICH, NY, USA

BASIC TRAINING

BASIC

Tuesday 14 October (evening) - Thursday 16 (lunchtime):

This residential course:

- Introduces you to the steps of the NVC process for use in expressing yourself to others, listening to others and listening compassionately to yourself.

- Will give you sufficient information and practice to start using NVC in your daily life.

- Is run in an experiential style working with examples from participants' lives.

- Uses the NVC Dance Floors for active, integrated learning.

- Is challenging, moving, supportive and fun!

Trainer: Shantigarbha, CNVC.org certified trainer

To prepare for the workshop, please read Marshall Rosenberg's "Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life" or watch the DVD, "The Basics of NVC".

Venue: Easton Mountain Retreat Center, Greenwich, NY.

Fees

(incl. tuition, accommodation and food): See www.eastonmountain.com

Further information and Registration

See www.eastonmountain.com

 

GREENWICH, NY, USA

DEEPENING + ANGER

INTERMEDIATE

Thursday 16 October (evening) - Sunday 19 October (lunchtime).

These trainings are designed for practising skills learned in your Basic Training, PLUS developing further understanding and skills in the area of anger, guilt, shame and depression. On this training we:

- Review and practise the basic ingredients of NVC

- Share the ups and downs of applying NVC in your life

- Extend skills and understanding with the 'Anger, Guilt, Shame and Depression' Dance Floor. (Dance Floors are spatial maps of the NVC process which we lay on the floor and walk through - hence Dance Floors).

- Learn how to express anger fully without blame, attack or threat

- Learn how to receive anger in ways that increase safety, respect

and understanding.

Trainer: Shantigarbha, CNVC.org certified trainer.

Suitable for: We request that participants have done at least two days training with a certified trainer.

Fees

(incl. tuition, accommodation and food): See www.eastonmountain.com

Further information and Registration

See www.eastonmountain.com

 

 

DECEMBER 2008

 

 

BHAJA, NEAR PUNE, INDIA

BASIC TRAINING

BASIC

Friday December 12 (evening) - Sunday December 14 (afternoon)

Languages: English and Marathi

Would you like to learn how to transform your communication? This workshop:

(i) introduces you to the steps of the NVC process for use in expressing yourself to others, listening to others and listening compassionately to yourself.

(ii) gives you sufficient information and practice to start using NVC in your daily life.

(iii) is run in an experiential style working with examples from participants' lives.

(iv) uses the NVC Dance Floors for integrated, dynamic learning.

(v) is a recognised stepping stone to further NVC training

The trainers are Shantigarbha and Christa Gronow (CNVC.org certified trainers), plus team (tba)

Venue: Bhaja retreat centre is located near the famous Buddhist caves in the Western Ghats near Pune. It provides basic accommodation and simple, delicious vegetarian food.

Further information and Booking

Contact Shantigarbha via the 'Contact Us' form on this website or 07941 611 254

 

BHAJA, NEAR PUNE, INDIA

NVC AND FAMILIES

INTERMEDIATE

Sunday December 14 (evening) - Friday December 19 (lunchtime)

Languages: English and Marathi

Explore how to improve your family relationships with NVC. With the intention to connect, we find that we come to understand other family members more deeply and find the space to express to them what is in our hearts.

Suitable for: We request that participants have done at least two days training with a certified NVC trainer.

Trainers and venue: the same as for Bhaja Basic Training (see above).

Further information and Booking

Contact Shantigarbha via the 'Contact Us' form on this website or 07941 611 254

 

BHAJA, NEAR PUNE, INDIA

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING

INTERMEDIATE

Friday December 19 (evening) - Sunday December 21 (afternoon)

Languages: English and Marathi

Topic: to be confirmed

Suitable for: We request that participants have done at least two days training with a certified NVC trainer.

Trainers and venue: the same as for Bhaja Basic Training (see above).

Further information and Booking

Contact Shantigarbha via the 'Contact Us' form on this website or 07941 611 254

 

JANUARY 2009    

AUROVILLE (PONDICHERRY), INDIA

NVC TRAINING (to be confirmed)

TBA

January 2 - 7, 2009 (to be confirmed)

Topics: tbc, possibly Basic Training (two days) followed by Mediation training (three days)

The trainers are Shantigarbha and Christa Gronow (CNVC.org certified trainers)

Further information and Booking

Contact Shantigarbha via the 'Contact Us' form on this website or 07941 611 254