TBM 102 - Presence is Important!
Aug 02, 2023 9:01 am
Good morning NVC community!
I am still shocked every single time someone in real life alludes to something I've written in these newsletters. I am very aware that there are many hundreds of people who receive this, but I still often have thoughts that I'm just speaking to the void. It is always so refreshing to be reminded that there is a whole community on the other side of that "send" button. Hello!
The reason I bring this up is because this community not only exist, but it is actually growing, and I feel so excited and encouraged about that. It really meets my needs for shared reality and hope. So thank you for being a real live human who cares about making the world a more peaceful place, one conversation at a time. (Or even one internal thought at a time).
Once again, if you are one of the Leon County School Board educators or administrators finishing the Intro to NVC course this week, please don't miss the demonstration on How to Set Up Your Classroom Using NVC by Dr. Bigbie on Friday, August 4th. There will be two demonstrations times to choose from; one from 9 - 11am, the other from 1 - 3pm. Both will be held at Lively Technical College. If you are eligible to attend, be on the lookout for an email from Leon County School Board to sign up.
And now for your regularly scheduled programming...
TBM Blog Posts This Week
Creating School Peacemakers through Nonviolent Communication
Nonviolent Communication is more than just a communication technique; it is a philosophy that promotes empathy, compassion, and understanding within school communities. By integrating NVC into the fabric of schools, we can empower teachers and students to become skilled peacemakers, equipped with conflict resolution tools that serve them throughout their lives.
🎙️ Podcast Episode 150: Presence is Important!
In Episode 50, Heather and Dr. B explore presence. What it is? Why it's so important for connection? What it's like when you don't have it in an interaction.
Click here to listen to the podcast
💪 In The Empathy Gym This Week ❤️
| Wednesday, August 2 | 3:45 PM EST | Empathy Gym Practice Session: Wednesdays 345pm EST WE345PM | Routine Workout | Logan |
| Thursday, August 3 | 11:00 AM EST | Empathy Gym Practice Session: Thursdays 11am EST TH11AM | Routine Workout | Jordan |
| Thursday, August 3 | 7:00 PM EST | Empathy Gym Practice Session: Thursdays 7pm EST TH7PM | Action Requests Intensive | Juliana |
| Monday, August 7 | 2:00 PM EST | Empathy Gym Practice Session: Mondays 2pm EST MO2PM | Empathy Intensive | Cindy |
| Tuesday, August 8 | 7:00 PM EST | Empathy Gym Practice Session: Tuesdays 7pm EST TU7PM | Routine Workout | Janelle |
| Wednesday, August 9 | 3:45 PM EST | Empathy Gym Practice Session: Wednesdays 345pm EST WE345PM | Routine Workout | Logan |
Enjoy,
Juliana Rodriguez
