A Language of the Heart - Introduction to Nonviolent Communication

A Language of the Heart - Introduction to Nonviolent Communication: Module Zero

Welcome to our online event where we delve into the world of Nonviolent Communication! In this introductory module, we will explore the basics of NVC, a powerful tool for fostering understanding and empathy. Join us for an interactive session that will help you cultivate effective communication skills and deepen your empathetic connection with yourself and others. Whether you're new to NVC or looking to refresh your knowledge, this event is perfect for anyone interested in transformative communication. Let's learn together and discover the language of the heart!

What you’ll learn

• The essentials of NVC: observations, feelings, needs, and clear, doable requests.
• How to name what really matters (needs) instead of arguing positions.
• Self-connection under pressure: pausing, tracking your nervous system, and choosing response over reaction.
• Empathic listening that de-escalates conflict and builds trust.
• Honest expression that honors boundaries and relationship.This “Module Zero / A Language of the Heart,” is a foundation-level training in NVC and needs-based coaching principles.

How we’ll practice

• Short demos + mini-lectures
• Guided exercises and role plays in small groups
• Real-life scenarios you bring from work or home
• Take-home prompts and a quick-start “needs & feelings” reference

You’ll leave with

• A repeatable framework for difficult conversations
• Language for setting compassionate, firm boundaries
• Greater emotional literacy and self-trust
• A starter toolkit: feelings/needs list, request phrasing guide, debrief worksheet

Learn a simple, powerful way to communicate with clarity and care—without abandoning your truth. In this experiential intro to Nonviolent Communication (NVC), you’ll practice the core principles of needs-based dialogue to navigate tdifficult conversations at work and at home. No prior experience required.

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Your Facilitator:

Magdalena Kosinska-Klaehn, PhD is an CNVC Certified Trainer, Resonant Healing Coach, Peaceful Parenting Instructor and Family Constellations Facilitator. She works with people who want to learn new ways to accompany themselves, bring warmth and peace to their lives, break the cycle of generational trauma, and bring collaborative, nonviolent consciousness to their lives. She also supports parents who want to build a safe foundation for a happy and peaceful life for themselves and their children. As the founder of Empathically Empowered, she offers workshops and one-on-one sessions. Her biggest dream is to live in a world where families are nurturing and empowering foundations, allowing children to emerge into adults who embody love, authenticity, and a deep sense of well-being.

Assistant:

Becky Dale is a composer, co-creative coach, and consultant working toward healing, well-being and connection for all. She works with individuals and groups, engaging the wisdom of all in shared leadership and co-learning. She is currently a company member and composer at Wonderlust Productions in St Paul, MN and a Leaders Circle facilitator at Propel Nonprofits. She recently served as the Communities Healing Together Coach for Garden State Equality in New Jersey. From 2001-2020 she worked as the Chief Program Officer at Minnesota Communities Caring for Children where she co-created community education and engagement work toward Understanding NEAR (Neuroscience, Epigenetics, ACEs and Resilience) and building self-healing communities. She is passionate about working for racial justice and experimenting with new economic and system models that build equity.

Testimonials

The NVC workshop series I participated in was incredibly rewarding and helpful. I found better connections with my children and spouse after participating in the workshop as I developed a better approach to conflict and behaviors surrounding conflict. I also found deep spiritual growth on my NVC journey that allowed for healing of past trauma and pain in finding my voice and feeling empowered to explore feelings and build connections. These skills have helped with my home-life, professional life and personal growth and I am grateful for the work Magdalena does and all that I gained from my work in NVC with her help. - Alisha Walker

With my heart, my mind, my body I experienced unprecedented deep healing in the sweetest way ever experienced.Magdalena is a virtuoso in NVC and beyond and so accessible as a human being. I am very grateful for her and her effective work. - Manuela Amendola

I find Magdalena a safe, loving, thoughtful person to study with. She is well qualified to teach NVC, proven my her knowledge of the subject and her open heart. - Cheryle Gail

I liked the combination of softness, confidence of knowledge and service posture that Magdalena Kosinska-Klaehn offered us all in a caring and practical way. I recommend her workshops for its great value and insights - A.V.

Contribution

The sustainable rate for us and our families is $450 for 3 days of training. If you live in a financial situation where it is sometimes difficult to meet your basic needs, please contact us. It is so important for us to bring compassionate communication to the world and we don’t want money to be a barrier to your participation. If money is the only obstacle to you joining this workshop, please connect with us to find a solution that would meet everyone's needs.

Contact us if you have any questions or if you would prefer to pay using check.