Category Archives: Nonviolent Communication
Video of my Nonviolent Communication (NVC) webinar with Kathy Peterman
In the wake of the recent election, and with the holiday season approaching quickly, effective communication tools are more crucial than ever. Around holiday dinner tables, many families will be discussing emotionally charged issues such as racism, sexism, homo- and … Continue reading
Inviting the power of empathy into our lives
When I meet people socially, and they learn that I run a professional empathetic listening practice, I hear a wide range of responses. Some people are confused, not sure what that entails. Some are surprised. (“Wow, people pay you to … Continue reading
Successful campaign: Amtrak to offer vegan meals on the dining car!
Well, we did it!! Yesterday, I spoke on the phone with Tom Hall, Amtrak’s VP of Customer Service, and Gary Gunderson, head of their Food and Beverage Services department. Mr. Hall had received helpful letters from a number of you, … Continue reading
Portland workshop: Effective communication skills for vegans & vegetarians
The fall and winter holiday season is upon us. Vegan/vegetarian advocacy (or even simple social “defense”) can be challenging throughout the year. But when turkey and ham dinners with family, friends, or coworkers start happening, it can be especially stressful … Continue reading
An empathy tour?
I am lit up about a new idea, and I want to share it with you! I am dreaming up an “empathy tour.” Empathy has been on my mind a lot lately. As I have been stepping back a … Continue reading
California so far
My California journey is under way! It is turning out to be less of a working trip, and more of a vacation, than I had envisioned, but I’m finding that I’m OK with that. There will be plenty of time … Continue reading
California, here I come!
My southbound train trip is fast approaching, and my excitement about it is building daily. I’m definitely looking forward to taking a break from Portland’s wintertime rain and cold … and I’m also really looking forward to expanding my Dream … Continue reading
A personal take on restorative justice
Tonight was my final night as a volunteer at the Oregon State Penitentiary, helping to teach Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to a class of long-term inmates, most of whom have committed one or more violent crimes. The year-long experience working with … Continue reading