Conversation Skills (SPD 112)
Course Description
Conversation Skills is a course that enhances effective communication skills to include the ability to stay in dialogue when emotions are driving us to “shout out” or “shut down.” This course provides knowledge and tools for listening, creating connection, and facilitating dialogue in tough, emotional situations. The principles and models taught are aligned with spiritual practices. The class is based on the model of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) which includes: taking responsibility for our own experience, commitment to increasing awareness of our own feelings and needs as well as those of the people with whom we interact, and having the capacity to be authentic and compassionate in all circumstances.
Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to listen from the heart in every situation.
Distinguish facts from stories in situations driven by emotion.
Create a safe environment for dialogue.
Apply Spiritual principles and Nonviolent Communications in their daily communications.
Required Text/Readings
Grenny, Joseph, Patterson, Kerry, McMillan, Ron, Switzler, Al, Gregory, Emily. Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High. McGraw Hill, Third Edition, 2022.
Rosenberg, Marshall B. Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life. Puddle Dancer Press, Third Edition, 2015.
Course Materials
The Language of Oneness by Rev. Dr. Paul Hasselbeck
Course Dates
Saturday, July 8 @ 10:30 am–12:00 pm CT
Saturday, July 15 @ 10:30 am–12:00 pm CT
Saturday, July 22 @ 10:30 am–12:00 pm CT
Saturday, July 29 @ 10:30 am–12:00 pm CT
Saturday, August 5 @ 10:30 am–12:00 pm CT
Saturday, August 12 @ 10:30 am–12:00 pm CT
Saturday, August 19 @ 10:30 am–12:00 pm CT
Course Location
This course will be conducted online via Zoom in our SEE Classroom. The relevant details to connect will be emailed to registered participants.
Course Fee
$90 + $10 for our scholarship fund
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Scholarship Fund
Many of our classes, workshops, and events provide opportunities to apply for a scholarship to cover the fees. If you would you like to participate in this class and require assistance, please fill out our scholarship fund form.
Registration
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