Compassionate Communication Series

The

Office of the University Ombudsperson
will be hosting three sessions this summer dedicated to the training of compassionate communication. To register, please follow the Qualtrics link below.  Zoom information will be sent out prior to the event.

Introduction to Compassionate Communication

June 20
^th, 2024       Noon to 1:30 pm (Zoom)

A basic introductory course, Compassionate Communication is communicating in ways that foster understanding, connection, and compassion. It is not just a set of approaches, but an awareness designed to develop a certain kind of compassionate rapport with ourselves and each other. Approaches include translating judgments into observations, emphasizing needs instead of strategies, replacing thoughts with feelings, and changing demands into requests. Empathy, self-empathy, and authentic self-expression are emphasized. Opportunities to practice through group activities are part of the class.

Handling Conflict using Compassionate Communication – Part I: The Inner Work

July 18
^th, 2024       Noon to 1:30 pm (Zoom)

This training is intended to support participants in applying some fundamental premises and approaches of Compassionate Communication to handling conflict. Focus will be given on addressing one’s own reactivity, assumptions, and “enemy images” one might have of the other person during conflict. Part 2 will deal with the outer work of handling conflict and have a focus on expressing honestly during conflict and utilizing empathic approaches.

Handling Conflict using Compassionate Communication – Part I: The Outer Work

August 12
^th, 2024       Noon to 1:30 pm (Zoom)

This training is intended to support participants in applying some fundamental premises and approaches of Compassionate Communication to handling conflict. Focus will be expressing honestly during conflict and utilizing empathic approaches.

Click here to register for this session