Compassionate Communication Study Group

Speaking the Language of Connection & Life

Compassionate Communication (CC), is a process of empathy and honesty, and is sometimes described as “the language of the heart.” It is a way of communicating—by speaking and listening—that leads us to give from the heart and connect with each other and ourselves, thus allowing our natural compassion to flourish.

While we may not consider the way we talk to be “violent”, our words often lead to hurt and pain, whether for others (e.g. work colleagues, customers, clients, suppliers) or ourselves.

Compassionate Communication guides us in reframing how we express ourselves and hear others. Instead of reacting habitually, our words become conscious responses based firmly on an awareness of our inner perceptions, feelings and wants. In this language, we are shown how to express ourselves with honesty and clarity in work and personal situations, while paying others a respectful and empathic attention. Ultimately, the practice of Compassionate Communication helps us discover the depth of our compassion, and shows us that true giving comes from the heart.

We offer a 8-week Group Study based on the following book, Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg.

Format of Study Group

• There are eight (8) weekly sessions. Each session runs for 2 hours each. Please see dates below.

• Each participant must have a copy of the book above to participate in the Study Group. Couples can share.

• Each participant must commit to read the book and be actively involved in the Study Group session to gain benefit.

Objective

You will gain knowledge and skills to:

• Describe the principles of CC

• Identify blocks to communication

• Identify the components of Observation, Feeling, Need, Request (ONFR)

• Use the model of OFNR

Benefit
By learning Compassion Communication, one can let go of negative habits and be more open and confident in relating to others. You can make a difference in your communication as never before

Course Content

Week 1, 2 – Introduction to CC and the meanings of communication
Chapter 1 – Giving from the Heart
Chapter 2 – Communication that Blocks Compassion

Week 3, 4, 5, 6 – Identifying Observations, Feelings, Needs and Making Request
Chapter 3 – Observing Without Evaluation
Chapter 4 – Identifying & Expressing Feelings
Chapter 5 – Taking Responsibility for Our Feelings
Chapter 6 – Requesting That Which Would Enrich Life

Week 7, 8 – Practicing Empathy
Chapter 7 – Receiving Empathy
Chapter 8 – The Power of Empathy
Chapter 9 – Connecting Compassionately with Ourselves
Chapter 13 – Liberating Ourselves and Counseling Others

Please note that 4 chapters of the book will NOT be covered in this Study Group.

Who Could Attend: This Study Group is for adults of all ages who want to transform how they relate and experience more peace and connection in their relationships.

Important: To gain full benefit from this Study Group, we encourage full attendance for the 8 sessions.

Participants would need to purchase the book used in the course, either on their own from Major bookstores, or by ordering online at Malaysian website www.bookurve.com↗.

E-book can also be purchased online from Puddle Dancer Press of USA following this link http://www.nonviolentcommunication.com/store/index.php↗.

Trainer: Choy Boon Ling

Venue: via ZOOM (maximum 30 pax)

Date & Time: Eight 2-hour sessions stretching over a period of 8 weeks. Please refer to respective workshops for details.

Prior registration is required. Upon registration, should you be unable to attend the course due to unforeseen circumstances, kindly let us know in advance.

REQUEST for Support
There is no facilitator fee or any course fee set for this course. We invite people to offer contributions based on GIFT ECONOMY mindset, so that everyone can have access to the learning, in the meanwhile keeping WISE Foundation and our Nonviolent Communication work to be sustainable and far reaching.

We kindly request that you offer a contribution that is within your capacity, willingness & happiness.

We estimated a GIFT offering of RM100 – RM170 per pax for this course will help to ensure cost of organizing the workshop is covered with a little extra that goes towards supporting operation cost of WISE Foundation.

Below are some options on how you can consider to offer your gift:

• One-time Contribution

• Contributions via Instalment: 2 months/3 months/5 months

• Other Contribution: If you wish to contribute a different amount suggested above, please offer the amount you are most comfortable with.

• Volunteer to be Program manager/ Zoom support/ Media etc

For monetary donations, please refer to the following:
Name of Bank: Malayan Banking Berhad
Bank Account No.: 562357539793
Account Name: Wisdom Inspired Supportive Endeavour Selangor
Please kindly quote "Wise Donation” in the bank transfer description and email the transfer receipt to “donation@wise.foundation”

For our overseas participants, we recommend using www.wise.com for donation remittance. The details are as below:-

Beneficiary Name: Wisdom Inspired Supportive Endeavour Selangor
Name of bank: Malayan Banking Berhad
Bank Account No.: 562357539793
Bank Swift Code: MBBEMYKL
Bank Branch: Kelana Jaya