Non-Voilent Communication
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Strengthen your ability to discern the deeper meaning behind others’ words.
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Improve how you express your inner world.
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Help others understand your needs, increasing the likelihood those needs will be met.
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Foster living in the present, leading to more grounded decision-making.
When someone’s behavior doesn’t align with my own views or beliefs, some people respond with “violence,” while others respond with kindness. If I use negative expressions to communicate, the other person won’t truly understand my original intent or feelings.
Nonviolent Communication is about transforming our attitude. It helps us gradually eliminate deeply ingrained patterns of violent communication, making our interactions with others smoother and more effective.
Very often, our words inflict emotional or mental wounds on each other—even when that’s not our true intention. Sometimes we may genuinely care for someone, yet our harsh words cause distance, alienation, or hostility. Nonviolent Communication techniques help us rediscover our inner compassion and gain a fresh understanding of ourselves and others.
Class A (Chinatown)
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Format: Online Course
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Instructor: Chris Chan (陳偉力)
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Dates: December 1–29, 2022 (Thursdays, total 5 weeks)
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Time: 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
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Platform: Zoom
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Fee: $100 (Zelle payment accepted)
Registration & Inquiries:
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Call “Harmony Family Advancement Association” at 347-987-4398
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Or email familyharmonyny@gmail.com
Class B (Brooklyn)
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Dates: TBD
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Time: TBD
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Location: TBD
Nonviolent Communication (NVC), also called Compassionate Communication, was developed by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg. It’s a communication process that uses deep trust, profound understanding, and various techniques to address conflict. The premise is that our true nature is compassionate, and that violence—whether verbal or physical—is learned behavior, reinforced by popular culture. NVC has been used with warring tribes and in war-torn nations; in schools, prisons, and businesses; in healthcare, social reform, government institutions, and intimate relationships.
Course Theme
Compassionate Communication leads to harmonious relationships. This course introduces four key elements—Observation, Feeling, Need, and Request—to help you express yourself clearly, listen attentively, and truly understand others. This approach strengthens connections and fosters healthy relationships.
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Observation: Observe events objectively without criticism, commentary, or judgment.
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Feeling: Identify and express your genuine emotions or physical sensations without blaming.
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Need: Recognize both your needs and others’ needs, understanding that unmet needs are the source of emotions.
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Request: Make clear and genuine requests for actions that fulfill these needs.
Other Class
Parenting Class
This course focuses on teaching and practicing the most effective communication techniques while gaining insight into children’s inner worlds. By using expression methods that children can accept, they feel genuinely understood and embraced. Participants also learn how to help children overcome negative behaviors, manage stress and emotions, and develop independence, responsibility, and teamwork. As a result, children are more open to honest dialogue, effectively resolve family conflicts, and rebuild strong family relationships.
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Emotion Management Class
Throughout our life journey, we all go through many unhappy and painful experiences—memories that remain because they’re part of who we are. When something triggers these memories, our emotions can plummet, even spiral out of control, leaving us feeling awful and useless. Emotional Balance is an excellent tool for keeping our emotions steady when confronted with unpleasant or painful situations.
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Enneagram Class
Understanding each individual’s personality isn’t easy. By gaining insight into both my own personality and my children’s, I’m better able to accept them and more effectively support their healthy development. The Enneagram is an incredibly useful tool for understanding personality. In parenting, knowing the Enneagram enables me to help my children improve their negative behaviors.
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