ACTIVATING 

HEART-CENTERED 

COMMUNICATION

Communicate with Courage  ➕   Listen with Care


Join us for this  INTERACTIVE DISCUSSION SERIES:  SEP 11,  SEP 15,  OCT 13  &  NOV 10  at the Third St Center in Carbondale AND on ZOOM.  Spanish Translation Available. 

Free Intro Session to Interactive Discussion Series Sep 11th, 6*pm, Third Street Center

This interactive discussion series centers around developing a reflective, compassionate and caring practice for communicating with oneself and others. As Indira Gahndi says, "When you make peace within yourself, you make peace in the world." By taking this time for yourself,  you will receive the benefit as well as creating a ripple of peace out into your community and the world. In addition, tools provided bring a fresh perspective which improves relationships at home and at the office.  I invite you to take time for Self, open your heart, and feel the benefits of this practice. In person attendees will participate in guided practice with me, while online participants will participate in guided practice with Nonviolent Communication Practitioner and Awesome Human, Leticia Adams. With Love & In Service, Talia

*5pm Pacific, 8pm Eastern via Zoom

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"Just where you are. That's the place to start."- Pema Chodrin

A Problem.

Coming to the end of a busy social summer, are you feeling more connected? Or exhausted from the busyness? Social interactions aren't quite feeding us as they did pre-pandemic. Our social fabric has been frayed. If you're like me, you may still feel snug in the post-pandemic bubble you've created (if it ain't broke...) and stretching beyond it makes you so uncomfortable you run through excuses to bow out. You may be an extrovert and like to socialize but there seems to be undue pressure and intensity like going on a blind date. So even though there has been plenty of opportunity to connect in social gatherings recently, we just aren't feeling the connection like we used to. Is this true for you? 

  Those of us that live consciously are at an inflection point, a Crisis of Spirit. This is a time to decide to tune in with self, to be at peace and in cooperation with our beliefs no matter what or allow outside situations to determine our mood, our vibration, our impact in the world.  By allowing outer distractions to control our inner narrative we disconnect from nature, from our true nature, which hinders our power and contribution. We are at odds with ourselves. This disconnection opens the door to conflict with our family and neighbors as well. Currently, conflict resolution is one of the top searched topics.

If you're feeling disconnected, uncomfortable or in conflict, you're not alone. 

All Generations are affected:

"Experts claim that Gen Z may have to suffer the consequences of social distancing and cessation of work for the rest of their lives, that on top of economic difficulties they also face a unique experience of social disintegration. " The Guardian

"Social isolation has increased across the board. Socially adept in very different ways, Millenials and Gen X are choosing to stay home and limit interaction or engage with others solely online." NIH Study

A 2024 CU  Boulder Study found that the pandemic fundamentally altered neighborhoods, communities and everyday routines among aging Americans, and these changes have long-term consequences for their physical, mental, social and cognitive health.

"If we learn to open our hearts, anyone, including the people that drive us crazy, can be our  teacher."  Pema Chodrin

A Solution.

This series is designed to be a respite. A reflective, connective, nurturing experience where you will reconnect with yourself and others in a new way. The foundation of this Series is Nonviolent Communication which is an approach to enhanced communication, understanding, and connection based on the principles of nonviolence and humanistic psychology. NVC, created by Marshall Rosenberg, aims to increase empathy and understanding and to improve the overall quality of life. 

These teachings  coupled with Talia's expertise in Transformational Leadership, Facilitation, and Improv allow you to choose to satisfy your own needs in order to be an agent of peace in the world. It’s a conscious choice to practice Loving, Effective, Transformative Communication with your Self and Others. Choosing to live by principles of Curiosity, Cooperation, Compassion rather than conflict, comparison and collision take conscious effort. By making a conscious choice we stand in our power allowing our talents, skills, and abilities to shine and making a positive impact (ripple) in the world.  

This series builds on foundational principles reviewed in the introductory session. Each session is carefully crafted and builds a framework for practice . Therefore, it is best to attend all of the sessions to gain the most benefit. However, participants will not be turned away from any single session. 

While the local event is held at The Third Street Center in Carbondale, in order to reach a wider audience and create a larger impact, each session will be live-streamed so that participants outside the Roaring Fork Valley can receive the benefit as well. 

"The way we communicate with others and ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our life."  -Tony Robbins

Join Us  for this dynamic, interactive discussion series: 

IN PERSON:  Third Street Center in Carbondale 

ONLINE: on Zoom 

DATES: 

BENEFITS of Attendance: 

Reduce Conflict (inner & outer)

Foster Trust

Deepen Emotional Connections

Release Stress & Anxiety

Build Self-Empathy

Strengthen Personal Empowerment

ACCOLADES: 

"This method basically helps you to listen and to speak without judgment." Josh Brown

"Talia did a beautiful job of honoring everyone and guiding us into a safe space. Her energy is so magical and inclusive. I really enjoyed the meditation. I have no comments on improvement. I can't wait for the next gathering!" Susan Keightly 

"Enthusiasm, lots to share, made people feel loved."  Meaghan Kayl

"This process helped me to communicate how I was feeling like never before." Ted Harris

"Holding space, seeing, and showing genuine appreciation for everyone present." Angel Cellucci

"Talia did a great job at making everyone feel included. I loved the visualizations. Her enthusiasm for the group and learning together is palpbable. I feel comfortable being led by her. " Holly Richardson


Talia Starwood

Talia Starwood, CLC, Transformation & Leadership Life Coach, Speaker, Energetic Alchemist. In her Speaking, Talia blends inspirational storytelling, interactive lessons, and catalyzing insights to create a transformational experience. It's not just a talk, it's an unforgettable experience! In her Coaching, Talia guides leaders to discard self-doubt, self-criticism, and the compare and despair habit so that they can cultivate inner authority and access ultimate power and effectiveness in their life Talia has been a helping professional for over 30 years. Through assisting clients to establish internal boundaries and radically accept and love themselves clients access their true magic. Talia uses a 5-step process that she created blending the clarity of emotional literacy, presence of mindfulness, and intuitive energy alignment with practical daily application so one can gain new perspectives and attain new heights. Talia is like Kintsugi (the Japanese Art of repairing broken areas with gold) for your soul! 

Leticia Adams

NVC Practitioner, Creative Director, Yoga Teacher

 

Long inspired by the Civil Rights Movement, Leticia found NVC in the summer of 2020 while searching for a way to actively extend compassion to others. 

 

After reading Marshall Rosenberg’s Non-Violent Communication, it became clear that practice was necessary to put the concepts into action. She found James’ online course, and has been hooked ever since. Amazed at the power of NVC in action, Leticia has experienced positive shifts in conversational ability and the quality of several relationships. 

 

Leticia has a background in experiential communication with over two decades of industry experience, launching products, supporting organizational culture, and delivering multi-media campaigns.


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