1-DAY, 4-HOUR LIVE ONLINE COURSE
Relational Skills for Depolarizing Conversations
Instructor: Dr. Mark Olson
Discover how to navigate conflicts arising from differences in socio-political beliefs with expert guidance in this engaging course. Designed for anyone interested in improving their communication skills, this class provides practical tools and techniques to foster understanding and connection.
This course focuses on developing relational skills that help you manage and resolve conflicts rooted in socio-political differences. Through interactive exercises and discussions, you will learn to identify and articulate common human values that can bridge divides and maintain relationships. The course emphasizes respectful, compassionate, and effective communication, enabling you to engage constructively with others who hold differing beliefs.
Join us for an engaging 1-day, 4-hour LIVE online course where you’ll discover how to navigate conflicts arising from differences in socio-political beliefs with expert guidance.
This class is designed for anyone interested in improving their communication skills by applying practical tools and techniques that foster understanding and connection.
Date: Wednesday, March 26
Location: Live Online
Price: $267.00
Topics Covered
Interpersonal Fundamentals
Common Values
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Speaking
Developmental Trauma
Seeding Doubt
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Listening
Narcissism
Aggression, Denial, Forgiveness, and Subjectivity
Storytelling with Oneself
Intersubjectivity
Impossible Conversations and Street Epistemology
Learning Objectives
BY THE END OF THIS COURSE, PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ABLE TO:
Navigate socio-political conflicts with empathy and respect.
Identify and focus on common values to maintain and strengthen relationships.
Practice Nonviolent Communication techniques for both speaking and listening.
Reflect on and understand the impact of personal narratives on interactions.
Address and manage the influence of developmental trauma in conversations.
Recognize and respond to narcissistic behaviors constructively.
Foster intersubjectivity to enhance mutual understanding.
Apply strategies for seeding doubt in a respectful manner.
Handle aggression, denial, forgiveness, and subjectivity effectively.
Engage in challenging conversations with confidence using Street Epistemology.
Course Highlights
Expert Instruction
Learn from Dr. Mark Olson, a skilled facilitator in conflict resolution and communication.
Comprehensive Content
Gain a wide range of tools and techniques for effective communication.
Interactive Learning
Participate in practical exercises and discussions.
Real-World Applications
Apply what you learn to manage and resolve real-life conflicts.
Who Should Enroll?
THIS COURSE IS IDEAL FOR:
Professionals
Professionals seeking to enhance their relational skills in diverse settings.
Individuals looking to improve their communication skills.
Interested
Individuals
Anyone interested in navigating socio-political conflicts more effectively.
Anyone
Curious
Those who want to foster understanding and connection across divides.
Those Wanting to Improve
Join us to improve your ability to communicate across divides and build stronger, more understanding relationships. This course is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their conversational skills in the face of differing socio-political beliefs.
Tired of shouting matches, awkward silences, or feeling like meaningful conversations are impossible?
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Meet Your Instructor
Mark Olson
Dr. Mark Olson, a neuroscientist and somatic practitioner, provides insightful and empowering education on vital yet under-examined topics such as trauma, chronic pain, and interpersonal relating.
Dr. Olson is dedicated to bridging the gap between theory and practice. He is a distinguished expert in neuroscience and bodywork, guides participants through immersive, online courses that go beyond textbooks. His approach blends cutting-edge research with hands-on exercises, ensuring you gain not just knowledge, but practical skills that make a difference in real-world scenarios.