Engaging in Difficult Conversations: Series 1

See below for our first four Engaging in Difficult Conversations modules! Beside each video, you’ll find links to download brief how-to guides and other written resources. Scroll down for all modules: Listening with Compassion, Crafting Great Questions, Setting Group Agreements, and our Introductory Video.

Module 6: The Power of Sharing Personal Stories

Written Resource:

• Sharing Personal Narratives

 

Module 5: Dialogue or Debate? Tools for Difficult Conversations

Written Resources:

• Dialogue vs. Debate
• A Brief Introduction to Dialogue

 

Module 4: Listening with Compassion

Written Resources:

• A Courageous Heart
• The Five Practices of Compassionate Listening
• Reflective Listening
• Guided Meditation to Cultivate Self-Compassion

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Module 3: Crafting Great Questions

Written Resources:

• Tips for Crafting Great Questions
• Links to Helpful Online Resources

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Module 2: Setting Group Agreements

Written Resources:

• Developing Your Own Group Agreements
• Suggested Group Agreements for Respectful Meetings
• Addressing Conflict in your Meetings: What to do when Group Agreements are Broken

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Module 1: Engaging in Difficult Conversations

Written Resource:

• Our Commitments to Each Other