Free NVC Zoom Parenting Practice Group: The Circle
NVC Zoom Parenting Practice Group: The Circle
led by Michelle Leah Gomez
Welcome to The Circle
We are a group of parents, grandparents, teachers and other caregivers who are committed to practicing nonviolent communication (as developed and outlined by Marshall Rosenberg in Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life) and other resources that stem from these teachings on living a life of compassionate communication (found at The Center for Nonviolent Communication).
This group stemmed from the IRL (in real life) Circles held for some 12 years in California, which then moved to Zoom, where it has hosted participants from around the globe.
To join us, you need not have studied nvc formally. I ask only that you have a genuine interest in exploring nvc with us, that you commit to learning more by reading Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life, and that you then continue to pursue learning (a little or a lot) about nvc through whatever means suit you (e.g. nvc trainings and conferences – in person and online; books; webinars; YouTube videos of Marshall Rosenberg and other nvc trainers; classes and videos listed at The Center for Nonviolent Communication, NVC Santa Cruz).
Our Zoom Circles are held on Tuesdays, 6-8pm –- Pacific Time. To support the trust, privacy and intimacy needs of all, participants are requested to agree to the following two principles summarizing our tenets (the full tenets are available on our private FB page or via email):
- Everything shared in The Circle, stays in The Circle.
- Our intention is specifically NOT to give or get advice. There are many other groups where advice is offered, this is not one of them. This group is based in the trust that by supporting the caregiver in connecting with his/her/their needs, the caregiver is best suited to come up with unique strategies to meet those universal needs.
Testimonials
The universe needs this healing energy of having each other’s support!
Mrudangi, India
I’ve even noticed that sometimes when I’m going through a hard time, I imagine the circle, and I’m able to be kind to myself and hold space for myself. The tools that we talk about in the group have changed my life, and when I think of all that has happened internally and externally since my first time attending Michelle’s NVC circle my tears start to flow with joy and gratitude.
Danni Huang Gadigan California, USA
To Join Us (meeting supplies and zoom link below)
Meeting Supplies
Please have handy a list of Feelings and Needs for use during The Circle.
You may find it helpful to print any of the following. You may also find it helpful to have your nvc book (if you have one) — as that normally has a list in the back. And if you have any Feelings/Needs cards, those too may be helpful.
1) Feelings and Needs Lists
This page has links to a list of pdf’s. I recommend two in particular:
a) Feelings & Needs List; and
b) Transforming Limiting Beliefs (Some members have said they find this to be a very powerful exercise. I have used this upon request and am happy to do so anytime when those present in the Circle wish to do so.)
2) Feelings and Needs Cards
ZOOM LINK
Topic: Michelle Leah Gomez’ NVC Parenting Circle
Time: Tuesdays at 6:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Meeting ID: 885 0815 2385
Passcode: Birch
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Telephone (voice only) Meeting ID: 885 0815 2385
Telephone (voice only) Passcode: 158909
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kc4lVTcyLC
If you have further questions about the group, please email Michelleleahgomez@gmail.com
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