BayNVC - Bay Area Nonviolent Communication

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Description: Led by CNVC Certified Trainer Martine Algier For anyone who has had a Basics of NVC Class. We develop skills with Empathy practice, role plays, improv theatre and other games. Donation: All are welcome regardless of what they offer. Usually people give from $25-20 and no one keeps track of who gives what unless you have arranged a trade. email: martine@martinealgier.com
Location: Petaluma- directions will be sent when you register by calling: 415 868 9036

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description: In this group we will develop our ability to listen and respond empathically to others. We will do this through dialogue, role play, and learning exercises. The group follows what is alive in the moment, rather than a strict agenda, so the experience will be dynamic and energetic. Only a basic understanding of NVC principles is required to truly benefit from this group. If you are not sure if you are ready, give me a call and we can decide together. Donations: There is no charge for this group. It's most important to me that participants donate only what they can afford, and in such a way that they experience the joy of giving, so donations are anonymous. The traditional requested amount for a practice group is $35. Once a month we will collectively decide what we want to do with the donations we have collected. So looking forward to practicing with you!

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Description: What: We are a self-taught NVC practice group. We do not have a certified teacher of NVC in our group. We start each meeting with a centering meditation and brief check-ins. Then we practice NVC focusing on one of more of the following: current life issues of the members, giving and receiving empathy, making observations, translating our jackalspeak, mediating between our choosers and our educators, and doing role-plays and exercises. We end with short checkouts and a closing circle. Requirements: We ask that you have some exposure to NVC, such as reading Marshall Rosenberg's book, attending a workshop or listening to tapes. Cost: None

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Description: Weekly drop-in class, *Most* Thursdays, San Francisco Check http://www.communicationdojo.com for upcoming dates A dynamic environment designed to help you practice, practice, practice your NVC skills. In addition to giving empathy in a group setting, you also get chance to build skill and confidence in many other situations. A few examples include: * Speaking with those who find classical NVC disconnecting * When and how to "walk away" - and how to use NVC after you walk * Dialects of "Street Giraffe" - colloquial usage of NVC * Silent empathy - the power of connecting in silence * Screaming in Giraffe - and other choices about the volume and energy of your words Classes consist of group instruction, demonstrations, games, and exercises in pairs and small groups. What you can expect: * A systematic approach to applying NVC. * Teaching designed for all learning styles * The "7 Gestures of Communication" for accelerated learning * Practice, practice, practice

Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Description: NVC, practice group, every Sunday, 4:00 to 6:00pm in concord,at a private home. Very quiet, comfortable enviroment. We focus a great deal on needs. What are needs and more important, what, exactly are mine? How can I meet them? It's questions like these that will be answered, definitively. Also, we explore when to have empathy for self and others. Making request in a way that is agreeable or even joyful for eveyone. Expect fun and laughter while learning this wonderful philosophy. The brain is more efficient, more receptive in a joyful/peaceful state. Feel free to call for more information/details. ~Charles Dalton

Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Description: Please join our warm, supportive group where you can learn and apply your knowledge of nonviolent communication (NVC) with others. We begin each meeting with a short silent meditation and brief check-ins. Then we discuss one chapter from Marshall Rosenberg’s book Nonviolent Communication. After the group discussion, we practice NVC by focusing on one or more of the following: exercises from Nonviolent Communication Companion Workbook, current life issues of our members, giving and receiving empathy, making neutral observations, expressing feelings and needs, making requests, role plays. We end with short check-outs and a silent closing meditation. There is no cost to attend. Requirements: We welcome all skill levels. It is helpful if you have some exposure to NVC, such as reading Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg, attending any NVC Foundation classes and/or workshops, listening to NVC tapes. Please visit our group and see if it meets your needs. We look forward to meeting you! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. For more information or questions please contact Valerie at Hibak2u@aol.com

Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Description: I welcome all skill levels. Usually about 4-8 folks attend. I give a lot of coaching to support learning both for newcomers to NVC and for those who have been studying for a while. My practice group is half an hour longer than others because I like to foster community connection by having 3-5 minute check-ins for each person. After check-ins we use someone's real life issue to practice giving and receiving empathy. We also do role-plays to practice expressing in NVC. After we work together as a group,we pair off into one-on-one empathy sessions. There's usually a lot of laughter, sometimes tears. Most feel very safe and cared for. We end with short check-outs and a closing circle. LENDING LIBRARY: I bring books, videotapes, DVDs and CDs for people to borrow if they intend to come again. $50-$25 sliding scale. I ask that those who are financially more well off pay at the higher end of the scale so that I can make this work available to those who are less so (and still take care of myself while doing this work). Please only pay what you would joyfully contribute. I don't want anyone not to come because of money issues. I invite you to drop in and see what you think! :-) I've been studying NVC for 13 years and teaching it for 10; please let me know if you'd like testimonials or references. Before you come the first time, I'd like to give you a 30 minute overview of what kind of coaching you'd get in the practice group. This can be in person at 6:30pm before the group or on the phone sometime.

Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Description: Come to a loving supportive group where you can put your knowledge of nonviolent communication into practice.Join us as we practice speaking from the heart to each other, without blame or judgement, using the techniques of non-violent communication. This style of speaking is based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg. We will use real-life examples and role-play to share our observations, feelings, needs and requests. We will practice listening intutively to each other to explore underlying universal needs and gain understanding of how to create win-win situations for all. Watch miracles happen in your life! Suggested donation: $10 Facilitator: Alexandra True

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description: The Dharma of Compassionate Communication Practice in the "Real World" A Practice Group / Learning Series For meditators who have read or had an introduction to Marshall Rosenberg's Nonviolent Communication We will focus on the spiritual practice of everyday relationships, with an emphasis on communication and its ability to support realization in the midst of challenging interactions. Bring your difficult situations to this safe learning environment! LEARN concrete tools for navigating difficult conversations; EMBODY and ACT from interdependence; EXPLORE the power patterns of thinking & speaking have to:

Create or end suffering
Support our connection to compassion
Create a deeper sense of choice & freedom in our daily lives
Make the field of relationship itself a place of practice

Meetings will be held on Mondays from 6:00 to 8:00pm, at the San Francisco Zen Center Conference Center (308 Page Street at Laguna), starting February 5th. There is no charge, but donations are invited. Contact Jesse (facilitator) at jesse@zenvc.org or by phone at 866-841-9136 x6512 if you have any questions or would like to participate. To find out more about the Jesse and his work, visit zenvc.org.

Time: 8:30pm - 6:30am
Description: This group is about practicing NVC as well as covering NVC basics. While it's helpful to have taken an NVC intro or read Marshal Rosenberg's book, everyone is welcome independent from their level of experience. Every 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Contact: Nora, 310-902-2106

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Description: Looking for a couple new members interested in a long-term commitment. This longstanding group of 10 NVC practitioners starts with a check in, moves into empathy practice, and spends some time on occasion learning NVC concepts. We learn from events/issues brought to the group by participants, and also work with feelings and needs arising in the moment. Please contact Barbara for more info: bkochan at pacbell dot net. or call weekdays: (415) 392-6200

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Description: We welcome all NVC practitioners who wish to deepen into NVC consciousness. We work with material brought to the group by participants, and also work with feelings and needs arising in the moment. Our approach to practice is flexible, and new suggestions from participants are welcome. Please drop in and see whether the group might meet your needs. If you would like to hear anything from current members of the group let me know. Facilitor: Newt Bailey Email: Newt@NewtBailey.com Phone: (415) 643 8791 Donation: I welcome financial support to help me in spreading NVC consciousness through my work, but I never want anyone to stay away because they cannot make a financial contribution. It's most important to me that participants donate only what they can afford and enjoy giving. My suggested contribution is $35, and I have actually received a wide range of contributions from zero upwards.

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Description: I welcome all skill levels. Usually about 4-8 folks attend. I give a lot of coaching to support learning both for newcomers to NVC and for those who have been studying for a while. My practice group is half an hour longer than others because I like to foster community connection by having 3-5 minute check-ins for each person. After check-ins we use someone's real life issue to practice giving and receiving empathy. We also do role-plays to practice expressing in NVC. After we work together as a group,we pair off into one-on-one empathy sessions. There's usually a lot of laughter, sometimes tears. Most feel very safe and cared for. We end with short check-outs and a closing circle. LENDING LIBRARY: I bring books, videotapes, DVDs and CDs for people to borrow if they intend to come again. $50-$25 sliding scale. I ask that those who are financially more well off pay at the higher end of the scale so that I can make this work available to those who are less so (and still take care of myself while doing this work). Please only pay what you would joyfully contribute. I don't want anyone not to come because of money issues. I invite you to drop in and see what you think! :-) I've been studying NVC for 13 years and teaching it for 10; please let me know if you'd like testimonials or references. Before you come the first time, I'd like to give you a 30 minute overview of what kind of coaching you'd get in the practice group. This can be in person at 6:30pm before the group or on the phone sometime.

Time: 7:09pm - 9:09pm
Description: Tuesday, November 15, 2005 - Tuesday, December 27, 2005 every month / 1st & 3rd Tuesday 7:00pm-9:00pm I'm facilitating a practice group hoping to meet needs for learning, empathy, community support and growth of those who attend. There are people of very different levels in the group and so far I've heard that needs have been met for all involved. I have completed BayNVC's year-long Leadership Intensive twice, and now assist in this year's program. Thank you and Blessings on your growth, Jake Birnberg (510) 654-5833

Create or end suffering
Support our connection to compassion
Create a deeper sense of choice & freedom in our daily lives
Make the field of relationship itself a place of practice

Time: 7:15pm - 4:15am
Description: We meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. It is a self-led group in which we each take turns being "key giraffe". We start with a brief meditation/ minute of silence, followed by a check-in. We then have 2-3 segments of time to work with real-life issues. Some experienced members may offer exercises, games or other learning tools. We do request that you've read Marshall's book or attended a day-long workshop. There is no cost to attend. The room location varies, so please call email the group (nvc-paloalto@yahoogroups.com) to find out more info.

Create or end suffering
Support our connection to compassion
Create a deeper sense of choice & freedom in our daily lives
Make the field of relationship itself a place of practice

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Description: I'm facilitating a practice group hoping to meet needs for learning, empathy, community support and growth of those who attend. There are people of very different levels in the group and so far I've heard that needs have been met for all involved. I have completed BayNVC's year-long Leadership Intensive twice, and assisted in the 2005 program. Thank you and Blessings on your growth, Jake Birnberg (510) 654-5833

Create or end suffering
Support our connection to compassion
Create a deeper sense of choice & freedom in our daily lives
Make the field of relationship itself a place of practice