the Listening Course
four simple online sessions to change the way you listen and speak
communication skills for couples families and individuals who want less fighting, less loneliness, more connection and more ease
based on the principles of Nonviolent Communication, practiced in over 65 countries for over 50 years ...and growing
Why learn listening?
"Being heard is so close to being loved that for the average person, they are almost indistinguishable."
David Augsburger
Listening has a mysterious power.
Most people don't realise how powerful it is because truly being heard is surprisingly rare.
It is heartbreaking to see how many painful conflicts occur unnecessarily, just because we lack the vital skill of true listening.Thats why I created the Listening Course, to help people experience the extraordinary difference it can make. Because when people feel heard they naturally become more open, cooperative, and generous with us.
The many benefits of listening in relationships are surprising and wonderful.
Are you longing for more connection?
This course is for you if you :Find yourself having the same arguments over and over and it's painfulNo matter how hard you try you don't feel heard or understoodLong for more trust, connection and ease in your lifeCare about improving your communication with people who matter to youBelieve that listening and communication skills are among the most important skills needed to build a happy and successful like and you want to develop themYou would like affordable, practical skills that you can start using right away
What you will learn step by step in each session:
Session 1) *Shut Up my love, Listen and Learning Something.
Starting with the basics. Introducing the key to hearing behind criticism.Session 2) Layers of Empathy
How to Listen so that people are honest and open upSession 3) The Listening Map
Learn this wonderful tool that helps you get clear on when to listen, when to share your honesty and when ( and how ) to take a pause from the conversationSession 4) My Turn Now
Settle in to your New Listening Skills - and give yourself the best chance of being heard.
Join us
Every course offers you:
✔︎ 4 live online sessions ( 2 hours )
✔︎ experienced facilitator
✔︎ monthly cohorts - Tuesdays 6 - 8pm
✔︎ wonderful community of like minded people who care
Investment
R3000 per couple or pairtwo by two : book in pairs or wait to be partnered with someone
Courses begin as soon two participants are enrolled and ready
If you book as an individual, we'll match you with another participant and confirm your start date as soon as the course is ready to run
About your facilitator
Jacqui is a Nonviolent Communication and Restorative Dialogue facilitator with seven years experience.
She works with individuals and groups to help them build a culture of empathy, care and holding the needs of all. She helps people navigate conflict through supporting them to re-find connection and shared responsibility, finding outcomes that serve the upliftment of the whole.She has worked with organisations such as C40 cities, Surfpop Foundation and La Dante Italian school .
What People Are Saying:
"I used to have barrier between myself and others. Something about my interactions was pushing people away. After doing Jacqui's weekend workshop I noticed this disappeared. It was definitely life changing."
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"Delving into judgement and the needs behind it have been eye opening. My connection with my partner has opened up so beautifully. I feel like we're started breaking some of the patterns that have caused arguments for so many years"
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"Our experience with Jacqui was enlightening and transformational. The Course gave us a safe space to be vulnerable, connect eye-to-eye and soul-to-soul, and better understand each other’s needs. It helped us grow in compassion and supported us in growing both as a couple and as individuals."
"I came away with a richer understanding of how we listen to ourselves and to one another, and how much can change when we learn to hear the needs beneath our words and reactions. I wholeheartedly recommend TLC to anyone wanting to deepen their relationships, communication and understanding of themselves and others"