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  • Eddie Zacapa: Bridging the Gap Between Us
    6/16/25

    Eddie Zacapa: Bridging the Gap Between Us

    Zacapa emphasizes the transformative power of compassionate communication. The workshop covers bridging gaps in politics, the art of mourning, and the significance of self-empathy. For NVC enthusiasts, Zacapa's insights offer a deep dive into the principles of non-violence, emphasizing curiosity, acceptance, and the potential for positive change in challenging circumstances.

  • Requests vs Demands
    5/26/25

    Requests vs Demands

    Distinguishing between requests and demands. In nonviolent communication we make requests instead of demands.

  • Needs vs. Strategies - Eddie Zacapa
    6/1/25

    Needs vs. Strategies - Eddie Zacapa

    Distinguishing the difference between needs and strategies and demands. Many times when we try to practice expressing our needs we mix them up with strategies and/or demands. When the latter is done it usually gets in the way of effective communication.

  • Observation vs Evaluation
    6/4/25

    Observation vs Evaluation

    Differentiating between an observation and an evaluation. This is one of the four components in nonviolent communication and key to being accurate with our words.

  • The Four Components of Nonviolent Communication
    6/28/25

    The Four Components of Nonviolent Communication

    Nonviolent Communication is a process of communication that helps us stay connected to our feelings and needs and the feelings and needs of others. It helps us to be compassionate with ourselves and others and helps us navigate the terrain of conflict. Eddie Zacapa is a certified trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC).