NVC, RUP,

Language for the Open-Hearted Warrior

Begins Sept. 7, 2021
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Ki · August 23, 2021
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Enrollment for Fall of 2021 is opened!

This course utilizes mindfulness practices and the framework of The Right Use of Power (TM) to bring the practice of Nonviolent Communication into an ever-evolving anti-oppression attuned lens. The course provides training that deepens self-connection and offers practical, powerful tools for engaging in difficult conversations.  Participants in the course will learn how to begin to relate to their own power with conscious responsibility, through providing a framework for understanding the intersectionality of power, identity, and systemic oppression. This course is named as it is because it intends to draw out the warriorship of skillful action which is steeped in compassion and wisdom, supported by power-consciousness, collective wisdom, and collective care formed in Beloved Community.  It is currently hosted by Naropa University but is open to all.

Class meets on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30pm beginning on 9/7/21, ending on 12/14/21.  See full schedule here. For required texts, click “materials” tab above.

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Things to Know Before Registering

Meeting Times.
Class will meet weekly on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm on zoom, beginning on September 7th, 2021. Students are encouraged to sign into the zoom room 5-10 minutes early so we can start on time and maximize time for learning.
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Commitment.
Students are permitted one excused absence. However, it is strongly encouraged that students do all they can to be present for every class. Classes are kept to 20 students or less due to the intimate nature of the work, and absences bear a strong impact on the container. If you know you are unable to attend at least 11 of the 12 scheduled classes at the time of registration, consider taking the course at a later time. It will be offered each semester.
Homework.
It is recommended that students set aside a total of 2-3 hours per week to complete assigned reading, reflections, and practice with classmates outside of class time. There may be additional recommended content for each module in addition to the minimum required readings, to be engaged with at each student's discretion.
Prior to the First Class.
Students are advised to read chapter 1 of “Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life,” as well as the handouts on power in the materials section of the first lesson prior to our first meeting on September 7th. Each time we meet we will be drawing from the required texts, listed on the materials tab above. Keeping up is essential for learning and group cohesion.
Empathy Buddies.
Students will be invited to form practice partnerships or triads, called "empathy buddies." It is strongly encouraged that students be in contact with their study/practice partner(s) at least once between each session. Practice is essential to absorbing the material, the method, and the consciousness.
Confidentiality.
Participants often chose to work on significant issues and events in their lives during classes. In registering for the course, students are agreeing to keep in confidence everything of a personal/private nature that they hear and see.
Audio recording.
If a student is absent, an audio recording of the class may be made and shared with them so that they are able to keep up. Recordings will not be made without explicit expressed consent of all present for the class session.
Consultations.
If students desire additional support, they are offered up to two free private 45-minute zoom consultations per student over the course of the class. Additional consults are offered for a fee.
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  • 29 Topics

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